At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and support Microsoft Azure infrastructure while driving automation and operational excellence.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking organisation focused on cloud transformation and modernisation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with excellent career advancement opportunities.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of cloud technology and make a real impact in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Hands-on Azure experience, strong scripting skills, and a passion for cloud innovation.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
The Azure Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for the design, build, operation, and continuous improvement of the organisation’s Microsoft Azure infrastructure.
The role supports the ongoing transformation and modernisation of the technology estate following the migration of servers and services to Azure.
Working closely with architecture, infrastructure, and third‑party service providers, the role focuses on maintaining a secure, resilient, and efficient Azure environment, while driving automation, standardisation, and operational excellence across the platform.
Responsibilities will include
Design, implement, and support Azure infrastructure services to meet business and technology requirements.
Maintain a strong understanding of the Group’s server and Azure architecture.
Support the modernisation and simplification of the Azure environment, reducing technical debt and improving efficiency.
Work closely with architecture teams to deliver infrastructure roadmaps aligned to business strategy.
Operational Support & Service Management
Provide 2nd/3rd line support for Azure infrastructure incidents and problems.
Monitor Azure platform health and respond to alerts and incidents in line with operational processes.
Participate in incident, problem, and root cause analysis activities.
Ensure infrastructure services meet availability, performance, and resilience expectations.
Automation & Infrastructure as Code
Work with internal teams and third‑party providers to deliver Infrastructure‑as‑Code (Ia C) solutions using tools such as Terraform.
Support automated deployment, configuration, and lifecycle management of Azure resources.
Contribute to improving consistency, repeatability, and efficiency through automation.
Change & Release Management
Follow established change control processes for Azure infrastructure changes.
Prepare, submit, and manage changes through Change Advisory Board (CAB) processes.
Ensure changes are well‑planned, documented, tested, and communicated.
Third‑Party Vendor Management
Work closely with managed service providers and third‑party vendors supporting the Azure platform.
Oversee and validate changes and support activities delivered by third parties.
Ensure third‑party services align with internal standards, controls, and operational expectations.
Security, Governance & Documentation
Ensure Azure infrastructure is configured in line with security policies and best practice.
Support governance, audit, and compliance requirements by maintaining accurate documentation and evidence.
Contribute to operational documentation, standards, and runbooks.
Skills and Experience
- Hands‑on experience designing and supporting Microsoft Azure infrastructure.
- Strong knowledge of Azure Iaa S services and platform components.
- Experience with Infrastructure‑as‑Code tools (e. g. Terraform).
- Experience with Windows and Linux server administration.
- Strong understanding of incident, problem, and change management processes.
- Scripting experience using Power Shell and/or Python.
- Strong documentation and communication skills.
- Experience working in enterprise or regulated environments.
- Experience supporting cloud transformation or migration programmes.
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Azure Platform Analyst in Manchester employer: vavemga
As an Azure Platform Analyst, you will thrive in a dynamic and innovative work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. Our company fosters a collaborative culture where your contributions are valued, and you will have access to cutting-edge technology and training opportunities to enhance your skills. Located in a vibrant area, we offer competitive benefits and a commitment to work-life balance, making us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in cloud infrastructure.
