Chief Cloud Engineer (Azure) Remote
Chief Cloud Engineer (Azure) Description
We are looking for a Chief Cloud Engineer with specialized expertise in Azure migrations to spearhead our large-scale cloud initiatives.
This leadership role will oversee the migration from an on-premises data center to Azure using the Azure VMware Solution (AVS) while enhancing overall infrastructure resilience and connectivity to additional data centers and Azure regions.
If you are an expert problem-solver who excels in managing sophisticated technical challenges, maintaining high standards of performance, reliability, and security, and possess significant leadership experience, this position is ideal for you.
EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and optimize AVS-based workloads, overseeing migration tasks using Azure Migrate and VMware tools (vMotion) to achieve minimal downtime
- Architect and troubleshoot network connectivity (ExpressRoute) linking on-premises and secondary cloud regions, ensuring secure and resilient traffic flow
- Implement and administer critical infrastructure services, including load balancing with F5, firewall rules, storage provisioning, and SQL database connectivity
- Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues, collaborating with architects, network engineers, security teams, and other stakeholders
- Develop and update documentation and best practices, mentoring team members to elevate operational efficiency and project outcomes
- Strategically refine and enhance the solution design and execution strategy, staying ahead with the latest Azure and VMware technologies
Requirements
- 7+ years of relevant work experience in cloud engineering
- 2+ years of relevant leadership experience
- Expertise in handling large-scale datacenter-to-cloud migrations, with extensive experience in AVS, VMware, and Azure Migrate
- In-depth knowledge and practical experience in network configuration (ExpressRoute), virtualization (vMotion), load balancing (F5), firewalls, storage, and SQL database integration
- Proven record of effectively troubleshooting complex infrastructure challenges in high-pressure environments
- Excellent leadership and collaboration skills to efficiently manage and inspire cross-functional teams
- Advanced proficiency in English (verbal and written, B2+ level)
Nice to have
- Relevant certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator, VMware)
We offer
- Connectivity Bonus (15,000 ARS are paid with a salary receipt at the end of each month as a non-wages concept)
- Medicina Prepaga (It covers the collaborator and direct family group)
- Paternity Leave (Two additional days are added to what is established by law, total of 4 days)
- Discounts card
- English Training (English lessons, twice per week)
- Training Program (Access to multiple customized training plans according to the needs of each role within the company)
- Marriage bonus (The company doubles the allowance established by law that ANSES offers)
- Referral Program (Referral bonus is paid when the referral of a collaborator joins the Company)
- External Agreements and Discounts
- Vacations: 14 calendar days a year
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