Azure Cloud Network Engineer

Job Description: 

The Azure Cloud Network Engineer is a pivotal role in the IT organization, responsible for architecting, implementing, and maintaining complex cloud environments that support the company's critical applications and services.    As an Azure Cloud Network Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing network infrastructure within Azure public cloud environments including on-prem DC to cloud connectivity, multi-cloud connectivity (Azure + AWS) and intra-cloud connectivity. Your expertise will be pivotal in ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of our cloud-based networks. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize cloud network performance and troubleshoot complex issues. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Network Design & Implementation: Design and implement scalable and secure network architectures in AWS and Azure environments. Ensure integration with existing on-premises networks and cloud services. 

• Configuration & Management: Configure and manage virtual networks, subnets, VPNs, load balancers, and firewall rules within Azure. Implement network segmentation and security controls to protect data and applications. 

• Performance Optimization: Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to maintain high availability and reliability. Optimize network configurations to enhance performance and reduce latency. 

• Security & Compliance: Implement and manage security policies and practices to protect cloud-based network resources. Ensure compliance with industry standards and company policies. 

• Automation & Scripting: Develop and maintain automation scripts using tools like Terraform, or Azure Resource Manager to streamline network provisioning and management tasks. 

• Collaboration: Work closely with operations teams, application developers, and system administrators to support and troubleshoot network-related issues. Provide guidance on best practices for cloud network architecture and operations. 

• Documentation & Reporting: Create and maintain detailed documentation for network configurations, processes, and procedures. Generate reports on network performance, incidents, and resolutions. 

Qualifications: 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. 

• Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in network engineering with a focus on cloud environments (AWS and Azure, with a strong preference on Azure). 

• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate, or similar are highly desirable. 

Skills: 

• Strong understanding and hands on experience with public cloud networking concepts and services (multi-tier networks, VNet, VPC, VPN, Direct Connect, Azure Virtual Network, ExpressRoute, transit gateways, VPC Peering, NAT Gateways, DNS/Route53, Load Balancing, etc). 

• Proficiency in network protocols and services (TCP/IP, BGP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/HTTPS). 

• Experience with network monitoring and diagnostic tools. 

• Knowledge of network security practices and tools (firewalls, IDS/IPS, encryption).  Deep experience with network design within a public cloud environment with a strong focus on perimeter security. 

• Familiarity with automation tools and frameworks (Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, Azure Resource Manager). 

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues. 

• Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Hands-on experience with setting up DR environments in multi-region scenarios.