Senior Azure Cloud Platform Engineer

Responsibilities • Lead the design, build, and support of cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), and Azure DevOps • Oversee the deployment and management of Azure cloud resources to ensure high availability, scalability, performance, and reliability • Use Terraform to build repeatable Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions and improve cloud deployment processes • Coordinate with Platform, Enterprise Technology Services, and Application teams to action Azure Services deprecation/migration, Cloud Security Posture Management, and KRI • Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate cloud services with existing insurance platforms, aligning solutions with Life and Annuities Insurance business needs • Apply cloud security, governance, and compliance practices to protect sensitive business and customer data • Monitor cloud platform health, infrastructure performance, and resource utilization to support stable and cost-effective operations. • Build and enhance automation scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment processes using GitHub Actions or similar tools to reduce manual effort. • Troubleshoot complex cloud platform issues and help minimize service disruption. • Support cloud assessments, audits, resiliency reviews, disaster recovery planning, and ongoing cloud modernization initiatives Required skills Required skills • 6+ years of experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and cloud-native platform operations in enterprise or production environments • Experience using Terraform for Infrastructure as Code and automated cloud provisioning • Proficiency with platform support, monitoring, alerting, and troubleshooting tools • Strong experience with CI/CD tools, release automation, and source control platforms such as GitHub • Knowledge of cloud security, access controls, compliance, and governance practices • Ability to collaborate with technical and business teams across application, infrastructure, and security functions • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to support business-critical production environments Preferred skills • Experience with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar CI/CD platforms • Knowledge of high availability, resiliency, and disaster recovery practices • Experience with scripting or automation using PowerShell, Bash, Python, or similar tools • Familiarity with cloud cost optimization and performance tuning • Experience in insurance, financial services, or another regulated industry is an asset • Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft Certified DevOps Engineer Expert, or equivalent Azure-focused cloud certification.