Azure Cloud Engineer

The Azure Cloud Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructure solutions in Microsoft Azure. This role will play a key part in supporting our cloud strategy, including the migration of workloads from on-premises VMware environments to Azure. The engineer will ensure secure, scalable, and resilient deployments that meet business and technical requirements. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in Azure IaaS/PaaS services, virtualization, networking, and automation, with a strong focus on optimizing performance and cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure and services in Microsoft Azure.
• Support migration of on-premises VMware workloads to Azure, ensuring minimal downtime and data integrity.
• Implement and maintain Azure IaaS and PaaS solutions, including virtual machines, networking, storage, and databases.
• Collaborate with architecture and project teams to design secure, scalable, and resilient cloud solutions.
• Automate deployments, configurations, and routine tasks using tools such as Azure Resource Manager (ARM), Bicep, or Terraform.
• Monitor and optimize cloud performance, availability, and cost efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve cloud infrastructure and connectivity issues.
• Apply security best practices, including identity and access management, encryption, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain documentation of cloud environments, migration processes, and standard operating procedures.
• Provide technical guidance and support to stakeholders during cloud transformation initiatives.

Minimum Requirements 5+ years of experience working with Microsoft Azure cloud services. Hands-on experience with Azure IaaS (VMs, networking, storage) and PaaS (App Services, SQL, Functions, etc.). Strong background in virtualization technologies, preferably VMware vSphere/ESXi. Experience migrating workloads from on-premises environments to Azure. Proficiency with infrastructure-as-code tools such as ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform. Solid understanding of networking (VPN, ExpressRoute, load balancers, firewalls, DNS). Knowledge of cloud security, identity and access management (Azure AD), and compliance best practices. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in hybrid cloud environments. Familiarity with scripting/automation (PowerShell, Python, or similar) Preferences Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-104, AZ-305, AZ-700, or equivalent). Experience with hybrid cloud solutions integrating Azure with VMware or other on-premises systems. Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, etc.). Exposure to backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity in Azure. Knowledge of containerization and orchestration (AKS, Docker, Kubernetes). Strong communication and collaboration skills to work across infrastructure, security, and application teams simultaneously. *The salary range for this role begins at $70,000 and can adjust along with the level of the role to match the person’s relevant experience and/or education level. #LI-Hybrid #LI-JM1 *This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person’s relevant experience and/or education level. Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we “Play to Win” in an industry rich with opportunity. Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world. There’s an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual’s unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people’s lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen. Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world. Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more! Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.