What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (Azure) position at Spinnaker Search?
Job Description
Job Description
Our client is a rapidly growing cloud solutions provider specializing in Azure-based infrastructure and private cloud hosting. Having recently achieved Microsoft Azure Solution Area Designation, they are scaling their technical team to meet increasing demand and drive cloud transformation for their clients.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-impact cloud infrastructure projects, collaborate with a forward-thinking leadership team, and play a key role in the company's Azure expansion. The company has seen tremendous growth and industry recognition, making it a compelling place for top-tier cloud professionals.
This is a full-time direct hire position with a remote-first work model but will require occasional travel to data centers in Pennsylvania and Texas.
The Role You'll Play
As an Infrastructure Engineer (Azure), you will serve as the second-in-command to the Azure Platform Architect, supporting cloud expansion efforts through pre-sales solutioning, cloud infrastructure management, and internal technical enablement. Your role will involve a blend of strategic, technical, and hands-on responsibilities, ensuring seamless Azure deployments and operations.
Azure Pre-Sales Engineering : Collaborate with sales and leadership to scope, propose, and solution Azure-based cloud services for clients.
Infrastructure Management : Oversee Azure environments and private cloud hosting, including firewalls, storage arrays, backups, and VMware infrastructure.
Technical Certification Leadership : Maintain internal compliance with Azure Solution Area certification by holding AZ-305 (Solution Architect Expert) and ideally AZ-700 (Networking).
Azure Portal & Licensing Management : Manage Microsoft licensing, cost optimization, and cloud compliance initiatives.
Mentorship & Training : Guide junior engineers and contribute to internal training programs on Azure best practices.
Occasional On-Site Work : Travel to data centers in PA and TX for hardware setup and maintenance
Background Profile :
The ideal candidate for this role will have a strong Azure infrastructure background, experience in multi-platform environments, and the ability to work effectively in pre-sales and technical solutioning discussions.
5 years of experience in cloud / infrastructure engineering with a focus on Azure.
Certifications : AZ-305 (Solution Architect Expert) is required; AZ-700 (Networking) highly preferred.
Multi-Platform Expertise : Strong experience in Windows, VMware, networking, and hybrid cloud environments.
Pre-Sales Engineering Ability : Comfortable working with sales teams and participating in customer-facing solutioning discussions.
Strong Hands-on Skills : Capable of executing both high-level architecture and hands-on infrastructure maintenance.
Independent & Adaptable : Thrives in a fast-moving, high-growth environment.
Excellent Communication Skills : Able to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred :
Experience working for a Microsoft Partner, MSP, or Cloud Hosting Provider.
Strong understanding of network security, firewall configurations, and cloud security best practices.
Knowledge of AWS or Google Cloud (not required but a plus).
Exposure to ERP hosting solutions or enterprise application hosting.
