🔧 Key Responsibilities:
* Azure PaaS Engineering: Design, implement, and manage Azure PaaS services including App Services, Azure Functions, Azure Logic Apps, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, and Service Bus.
* Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop and maintain infrastructure using tools like ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform.
* Automation & CI/CD: Build and manage automated CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar tools to support application deployment and platform provisioning.
* Security & Compliance: Implement and maintain secure configurations, access controls, identity management (Azure AD), and compliance with cloud governance policies.
* Monitoring & Optimization: Configure and tune observability tools (Azure Monitor, Application Insights, Log Analytics) for performance and availability monitoring.
* Collaboration & Support: Work closely with development teams, DevOps, and InfoSec to enable PaaS adoption, troubleshoot platform-related issues, and provide ongoing support.
* Documentation & Knowledge Sharing: Maintain technical documentation and support cross-functional teams through training and technical guidance.
🧠 Required Skills & Experience:
* 3+ years of hands-on experience working with Azure PaaS services.
* Strong understanding of cloud-native application design and architecture.
* Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
* Experience with IaC tools such as ARM, Bicep, or Terraform.
* Experience implementing DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines in Azure environments.
* Solid understanding of networking, identity, and access management in Azure.
* Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, AKS).
* Experience with monitoring and diagnostics tools in Azure.
🎓 Preferred Qualifications:
* Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
* Experience with hybrid cloud or multi-cloud strategies.
* Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management practices.
* Background in software engineering or systems administration.
🌟 Nice to Have:
* Exposure to serverless computing (Azure Functions, Logic Apps).
* Experience with database PaaS offerings like Cosmos DB, Azure SQL Managed Instance.
* Experience in regulated environments (e.g., finance, healthcare, government).
* Familiarity with cost optimization techniques in Azure.