Lead Cloud Engineer (Azure)

Job Summary:

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Senior Azure Cloud Engineer to join our team on-site in Reston VA. The Senior Azure Cloud Engineer will play a pivotal role within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary engineering team, leading efforts to architect, deploy, and enhance our Azure-based cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess advanced knowledge of Azure services, cloud security principles, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC), along with a passion for innovation and a drive for continuous operational improvement.

Primary Responsibilities

• Architect and manage resilient, secure, and scalable cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure.
• Maintain optimal performance, availability, and security across cloud environments.
• Utilize Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates) to automate deployments and configurations.
• Partner with internal teams to implement hybrid cloud strategies integrating on-premises systems.
• Continuously monitor and fine-tune cloud infrastructure for efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Troubleshoot and resolve advanced technical issues identified during development or escalated from support teams.
• Stay informed on the latest Azure innovations and industry standards to inform strategic decisions.
• Produce and update detailed technical documentation including system designs, architecture diagrams, and testing protocols.
• Familiarity with M365, Intune, PP&C, UEM, and IAM is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in Azure cloud engineering or a comparable role.
• Strong understanding of Azure service models including Serverless, IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.
• Proven experience with cloud security frameworks, compliance standards, and cost management tools (e.g., Azure Policy, Security Center).
• Azure certification required (at least Azure Administrator level)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative mindset.

Compensation:

·      Salary Range: $140,000-$150,000

·      Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO