Avanade is the leading expert on Microsoft technologies. By joining Avanades UKDC , you will have a fantastic opportunity to operate at the forefront of technology, with access to the best clients across the world, working on challenging and exciting services. We are a diverse team, and we are proud of our culture that welcomes every individual.
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In our teams you will find talented and passionate technologists, with a humble, collaborative, and positive attitude.
We promise to invest in you and help give you the platform for continuous learning and development. Security Clearance RequirementThis role is suitable for candidates who already hold UK Government Security Clearance (SC), or who are eligible and willing to undergo the SC vetting process (eligibility criteria apply). What you’ll doWork alongside experienced engineers and architects to design, build and improve Azure platform foundations (landing zones, connectivity, identity, governance). Deliver infrastructure changes using Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform and/or Bicep) and contribute to code reviews, testing and quality standards. Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps and Git), supporting repeatable, reliable deployments. Support platform operations: troubleshoot connectivity, identity and access, compute and storage issues; assist with patching, upgrades and incident resolution. Help implement Azure networking features such as VNets/subnets, routing, DNS, Private Endpoints, NSGs, firewalls and connectivity to on-premises (VPN/ExpressRoute). Contribute to Azure IaaS and PaaS engineering: VMs, storage, Key Vault, monitoring, App Services, Functions and other common services used in client platforms. Assist with Azure migrations and modernisation activities (assessment, readiness, landing zone preparation, cutover support), working with tooling such as Azure Migrate where appropriate. Produce clear documentation and runbooks, and communicate progress and risks to the team and client stakeholders. What you’ll bringFoundational understanding of infrastructure concepts (networking, DNS, routing, load balancing, certificates, OS fundamentals) and how these apply in Azure. Hands-on experience (commercial, internship, apprenticeship or personal projects) with Azure services across IaaS and/or PaaS. Working knowledge of DevOps practices: Git, branching, pull requests, automated deployments and basic CI/CD concepts. Some exposure to Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform and/or Bicep) and a desire to develop strong engineering discipline beyond just writing templates (debugging, testing, operational readiness). Scripting skills in one or more of PowerShell, Bash or Python to automate repeatable tasks and support troubleshooting. A practical, customer-focused mindset and the ability to learn quickly in complex environments. xsabvtc Clear communication: able to explain technical issues and trade-offs to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Azure Platform Engineer in Vauxhall employer: Avanade
Avanade is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the heart of the UK and Sweden. With a strong focus on employee growth, Avanade provides ample opportunities for professional development and engagement with industry leaders like Accenture and Microsoft, ensuring that every team member can contribute to meaningful projects that drive transformation. The company's commitment to a supportive environment and clear career pathways makes it an attractive place for those looking to make a significant impact in the AI workforce space.
