Cloud Infrastructure Engineer - DevOps (5-8 yrs)

Job Description :

As a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, you will be responsible for the administration, optimization, and security of our cloud infrastructure across Azure, VMware, and NetApp platforms. You will also play a pivotal role in automation, system integration, and supporting a scalable, secure cloud environment. We are seeking immediate joiners who can quickly integrate into our team and make an impact.

Responsibilities :

- Administer and optimize cloud environments on Azure and other cloud platforms, ensuring seamless and reliable service delivery.

- Manage and troubleshoot VMware environments, ensuring high availability, scalability, and fault tolerance.

- Design, implement, and manage NetApp storage solutions, including backups, provisioning, and disaster recovery strategies.

- Utilize Terraform, CloudFormation, or Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates for automating infrastructure deployments.

- Implement and enforce security best practices on Azure environments, including access management, identity, encryption, and compliance (GDPR, HIPAA, etc. ).

- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot bottlenecks, and improve resource utilization within Azure and VMware environments.

- Ensure data integrity and availability through proper backup management and disaster recovery strategies leveraging NetApp and Azure Backup.

- Collaborate with development, DevOps, and security teams to ensure infrastructure meets operational requirements, and provide timely resolution of incidents and escalations.

- Create detailed documentation on cloud infrastructure setup, operational procedures, and disaster recovery plans.

Requirements :

- Experience : 5 to 8 years of hands-on experience in cloud infrastructure engineering.

- Cloud Expertise : Strong experience in Azure cloud platform services, architecture, and resource management.

- Virtualization : Extensive experience working with VMware environments, including vSphere, vCenter, and ESXi.

- Storage Solutions : Strong knowledge of NetApp storage systems, including configuration, management, and best practices for data protection and scalability.

- Automation : Experience in automation and orchestration tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or Azure DevOps.

- Scripting and Programming : Proficiency in scripting languages like PowerShell, Bash, or Python for automating infrastructure tasks.

- Security and Networking : Understanding of cloud security principles, identity management, and network configuration in Azure environments.

- Performance Monitoring : Familiarity with monitoring tools such as Azure Monitor, VMware vRealize Operations, and NetApp OnCommand for proactive issue resolution and performance optimization.

- Problem-Solving : Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to analyze and resolve complex infrastructure issues in real time.

- Communication Skills : Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to interact effectively with cross functional teams.

Preferred Skills :

- Certification(s) in Azure (e. g., Microsoft Certified : Azure Solutions Architect Expert), VMware (e. g., VMware Certified Professional), or NetApp (e. g., NetApp Certified Data Administrator).

- Experience in hybrid cloud setups and multi-cloud environments.

- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes and Docker.

- Knowledge of cloud cost management and optimization strategies.