Azure and Google Cloud Engineer

Job Summary Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Azure & Google Cloud Engineer (Contractor) to support cloud infrastructure, application modernization, data integration, and platform operations across Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience designing, implementing, securing, and maintaining cloud-native solutions while ensuring scalability, reliability, and compliance with enterprise standards. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and support cloud solutions in Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Build and maintain cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or ARM/Bicep. Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar platforms. Configure and support cloud networking, security, identity management, and access controls. Monitor cloud environments, troubleshoot issues, and optimize performance and costs. Implement backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies. Support cloud migration initiatives from on-premises environments to Azure and GCP. Work closely with application development, data engineering, cybersecurity, and infrastructure teams. Ensure compliance with organizational security, governance, and operational standards. Maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational procedures. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field. 7+ years of experience in cloud engineering or cloud infrastructure management. Strong Hands-on Experience With Microsoft Azure (App Services, Storage Accounts, Azure SQL, Functions, Key Vault, Networking) Google Cloud Platform (Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL, GKE, IAM) Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM Templates, Bicep). Experience with CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins. Strong understanding of networking, DNS, firewalls, VPNs, identity and access management. Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash. Knowledge of cloud security best practices and compliance frameworks. Preferred Qualifications Microsoft Azure Certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305, AZ-400). Google Cloud Certifications (Associate Cloud Engineer, Professional Cloud Architect). Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and container orchestration platforms. Experience supporting enterprise-scale cloud migration and modernization projects. Knowledge of data integration and analytics platforms. Desired Skills Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Strong documentation and stakeholder management skills. Technical Skills Must Have 3+ years of experience with C#, .Net, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/jQuery Azure Cloud Data Engineer Azure Machine Learning Big Query database/ETL/BI expert Google cloud Data Engineer python Pyspark programming Nice To Have Azure Databricks GCP Cloud Architect Generative AI Google Cloud Certifications Vertex AI location: New York, New York job type: Contract salary: $70 - 75 per hour work hours: 9am to 5pm education: Bachelors Responsibilities Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Azure & Google Cloud Engineer (Contractor) to support cloud infrastructure, application modernization, data integration, and platform operations across Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience designing, implementing, securing, and maintaining cloud-native solutions while ensuring scalability, reliability, and compliance with enterprise standards. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and support cloud solutions in Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).Build and maintain cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or ARM/Bicep.Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar platforms.Configure and support cloud networking, security, identity management, and access controls.Monitor cloud environments, troubleshoot issues, and optimize performance and costs.Implement backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies.Support cloud migration initiatives from on-premises environments to Azure and GCP.Work closely with application development, data engineering, cybersecurity, and infrastructure teams.Ensure compliance with organizational security, governance, and operational standards.Maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational procedures. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.7+ years of experience in cloud engineering or cloud infrastructure management.Strong hands-on experience with:Microsoft Azure (App Services, Storage Accounts, Azure SQL, Functions, Key Vault, Networking)Google Cloud Platform (Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL, GKE, IAM)Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM Templates, Bicep).Experience with CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins.Strong understanding of networking, DNS, firewalls, VPNs, identity and access management.Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash.Knowledge of cloud security best practices and compliance frameworks. Preferred Qualifications Microsoft Azure Certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305, AZ-400).Google Cloud Certifications (Associate Cloud Engineer, Professional Cloud Architect).Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and container orchestration platforms.Experience supporting enterprise-scale cloud migration and modernization projects.Knowledge of data integration and analytics platforms. Desired Skills Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.Strong communication and collaboration skills.Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.Strong documentation and stakeholder management skills. TECHNICAL SKILLS Must Have 3+ years of experience with C#, .Net, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/jQueryAzure Cloud Data EngineerAzure Machine LearningBig Querydatabase/ETL/BI expertGoogle cloud Data Engineerpython Pyspark programming Nice To Have Azure DatabricksGCP Cloud ArchitectGenerative AIGoogle Cloud CertificationsVertex AI Qualifications TECHNICAL SKILLS Must Have 3+ years of experience with C#, .Net, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/jQuery Azure Cloud Data Engineer Azure Machine Learning Big Query database/ETL/BI expert Google cloud Data Engineer python Pyspark programming Nice To Have Azure Databricks GCP Cloud Architect Generative AI Google Cloud Certifications Vertex AI Skills Net,Azure Machine Learning,ARM Templates,backup,Bash,Bicep,analytics platforms,C#,CSS,cloud infrastructure,cloud-native solutions,cloud networking,Cloud,cloud security best practices,cloud engineering,cloud infrastructure management,Cloud Engineer,cloud migration,cloud environments,cloud solutions,Storage Accounts,Cloud Storage,programming,CI/CD,cybersecurity,data integration,database,disaster recovery,Docker,DNS,ETL,firewalls,GitHub Actions,Google Cloud,Google Cloud Platform (GCP),Google Cloud Platform,HTML,identity management,IAM,identity and access management,data engineering,Computer Science,Information Technology,Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools,jQuery,JavaScript,Jenkins,Key Vault,Kubernetes,container orchestration,Azure,Microsoft Azure,Azure DevOps,Azure Cloud,Pyspark,Python,Azure SQL,scripting languages,application development,Terraform,VPNs,PowerShell,communication,networking,problem-solving,troubleshooting abilities,reliability,Ability to work independently,access controls,architecture diagrams,business continuity,Microsoft Azure,Cloud Engineer,Google Cloud,organizational security,governance,infrastructure,AZ-305,Professional Cloud Architect,collaboration skills,Ensure compliance,security,scalability,stakeholder management skills,technical documentation Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.