Azure Cloud Engineer

An Azure Cloud Engineer has opened at one of Uk's biggest MSP.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Azure Cloud Engineer to join a highly respected IT services provider in Ortigas, Manila. This permanent, full-time position offers the chance to work within a close-knit Cloud Services & Engineering team that is renowned for its commitment to reliability, security, and service excellence. You will be instrumental in building, maintaining, and optimising cloud environments for a diverse range of customers, primarily focusing on Microsoft Azure but also engaging with private cloud platforms such as VMware and Nutanix. The organisation places a strong emphasis on professional development, offering generous training budgets, health insurance, and wellbeing support. With a people-first approach and a collaborative culture, you will have the opportunity to work directly with UK-based colleagues on live customer projects, ensuring your skills are continually developed and recognised. Flexible working arrangements and regular company events further enhance the supportive environment, making this role ideal for someone looking to advance their career in cloud engineering while enjoying meaningful benefits.

• Work within a supportive and collaborative Cloud Services & Engineering team based in Ortigas, Manila, delivering secure infrastructure solutions alongside knowledgeable colleagues.
• Benefit from substantial training opportunities including an annual budget for certifications, health insurance, wellbeing support, and flexible working arrangements designed to help you grow professionally.
• Engage directly with UK-based engineers and project managers on live customer projects, gaining exposure to global best practices while contributing ideas for process improvements and technical excellence.

What you'll do:

As an Azure Cloud Engineer based in Ortigas, you will play a pivotal role in designing and delivering secure cloud infrastructure solutions tailored to customer needs. Your day-to-day activities will involve configuring virtual machines, managing advanced networking features within Azure, supporting migrations from on-premises systems to cloud platforms, and optimising existing environments for performance. You will be expected to apply rigorous security standards using established monitoring tools while leveraging automation through scripting languages like PowerShell or template-based deployments. Operational support for private clouds such as VMware or Nutanix will also form part of your responsibilities. Working closely with both local colleagues in Manila and remote teams in the UK ensures that you are always connected to a wider network of expertise. Success in this role requires clear documentation of your work processes as well as active participation in team discussions aimed at improving workflows. Your contributions will help maintain the organisation’s reputation for technical quality while providing you with ample opportunities for professional growth.

• Build and configure Microsoft Azure infrastructure components such as virtual machines, networking solutions, and storage systems to meet customer requirements.
• Implement and manage complex Azure networking setups including VNets, network security groups (NSGs), routing protocols, peering configurations, VPN gateways, and hybrid connectivity solutions.
• Support seamless cloud migrations and hybrid integrations between on-premises environments and Azure platforms to ensure business continuity for clients.
• Maintain and optimise existing customer cloud environments by monitoring performance metrics and implementing cost efficiency strategies.
• Apply robust security measures, monitoring tools, and governance baselines across all deployments to uphold industry standards and client expectations.
• Utilise automation and scripting tools such as PowerShell, Bicep scripts, or ARM templates to deliver consistent results across multiple projects.
• Provide operational support for private cloud platforms including VMware and Nutanix by assisting with ongoing monitoring, maintenance tasks, and optimisation initiatives.
• Collaborate effectively with engineers and project managers located both in Manila and the UK to ensure smooth delivery of infrastructure solutions.
• Document all technical work clearly while actively contributing ideas for process improvements and enhancements to tooling within the team.
• Participate in knowledge sharing sessions with colleagues to foster continuous learning and communal growth within the engineering department.

What you bring:

To excel as an Azure Cloud Engineer in this role you will bring proven experience from previous positions focused on cloud infrastructure within managed service providers or similar IT settings. Your technical expertise should encompass deep familiarity with Microsoft Azure IaaS components—covering compute resources as well as intricate networking setups—and hands-on proficiency in deploying automation through PowerShell scripts or template-driven approaches. A solid grasp of governance models such as RBAC combined with cost management acumen is essential for maintaining efficient operations. Knowledge of Windows Server administration paired with Active Directory fundamentals will enable you to integrate seamlessly into existing environments. Exposure to private cloud platforms like VMware or Nutanix adds further value by broadening your operational capabilities. Effective communication skills are vital for collaborating across geographically dispersed teams while organisational abilities ensure you can juggle multiple priorities without compromising dependability. Recognised certifications validate your expertise; however equivalent practical experience is equally valued. Your interpersonal skills—such as empathy when working collaboratively—will help foster a supportive atmosphere conducive to shared success.

• Demonstrated experience spanning 4–6 years in cloud or infrastructure roles within managed service providers or similar IT services environments where collaboration is key.
• Comprehensive understanding of Microsoft Azure IaaS including compute resources, networking architectures, and storage management techniques.
• Proven ability to configure complex Azure networking elements such as VNets, NSGs, VPNs, routing protocols, peering arrangements, and hybrid connectivity solutions.
• Hands-on experience with scripting or automation using PowerShell or deployment templates like ARM or Bicep to streamline operations across multiple projects.
• Familiarity with governance frameworks including RBAC (Role-Based Access Control) as well as cost management strategies within Azure environments.
• Solid knowledge of Windows Server administration principles along with Active Directory fundamentals relevant to enterprise-scale deployments.
• Exposure to private cloud technologies such as VMware or Nutanix with an understanding of their operational requirements for monitoring and optimisation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills enabling effective collaboration across multicultural teams located locally and internationally.
• Organised approach to managing multiple priorities simultaneously while remaining dependable under pressure during project delivery cycles.
• Relevant certifications strongly preferred: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104), Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (AZ-800/AZ-801), Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700); desirable certifications include Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305), Security Compliance & Identity Fundamentals (SC-900), VMware Certified Professional (VCP), Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP), ITIL Foundation or CompTIA Cloud+/Network+.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out due to its unwavering commitment to reliability, security, and service excellence within the IT services sector. Employees benefit from a strong technical culture that prioritises personal growth through extensive training opportunities—including an annual budget dedicated specifically for certifications—as well as comprehensive health insurance coverage and wellbeing support programmes. The workplace fosters inclusivity by encouraging collaboration between Manila-based teams and UK colleagues on live customer projects; this not only enhances professional development but also provides real-world exposure to global best practices. Flexible working arrangements allow occasional remote work while regular company events promote camaraderie among staff members. The Bring Your Own Device scheme ensures access to up-to-date technology refreshed every three years so you can perform at your best. Holiday roll over/buy back options add further flexibility around time off planning. Overall this is an environment where supportive leadership encourages knowledge sharing—making it an ideal setting for those seeking long-term career progression within a reputable global engineering team.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your career journey as an Azure Cloud Engineer within a collaborative environment that values your growth—apply now!

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