Azure Cloud Engineer (English speaking) (Ref. #26213)

PROSTAFF Schweiz GmbH; Zürich; On-site; CHF 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

PROSTAFF Schweiz GmbH seeks an experienced Azure Cloud Engineer for a long-term internal cloud project in Zurich. You will ensure secure, resilient Azure operations, implement infrastructure as code with Bicep, and automate with PowerShell, Python, and Ansible.

You will work across Windows and Linux, support hybrid clouds, and independently drive technical workstreams while collaborating with stakeholders. English fluency is required.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience as an Azure Cloud Engineer or similar role.
• Hands-on with Azure administration and platform engineering.
• Certifications AZ-104 and AZ-400 are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure stability, security, and reliable operation of Azure cloud platforms including Swiss Sovereign Cloud.
• Design, implement, and maintain Azure infrastructure and cloud services.
• Develop and enhance IaC solutions using Bicep.
• Build and improve cloud automation using PowerShell, Python, and Ansible.
• Support cloud operations, monitoring, troubleshooting and continuous service improvement.
• Integrate business applications into Azure cloud environments.
• Support hybrid cloud infrastructures across Windows and Linux.
• Independently manage assigned technical workstreams.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and stakeholders.
• Promote automation and Azure cloud engineering best practices.

Skills

Azure Cloud

Azure Administration

Bicep

Ansible

PowerShell

Python

Infrastructure as Code

Cloud Automation

Windows & Linux

Azure Networking

Hybrid Cloud

Troubleshooting

Stakeholder Management

English Fluency

AZ-104

AZ-400

Tools

Azure DevOps

Azure CLI

Git

Job description

For a long-term internal cloud engineering project at a leading consulting company in Zurich, we are looking for an experienced Azure Cloud Engineer.

• Ensure the stability, security and reliable operation of Azure cloud platforms, including a Swiss Sovereign Cloud environment.
• Design, implement and maintain Azure infrastructure and cloud services.
• Develop and enhance Infrastructure as Code solutions using Bicep.
• Build and improve cloud automation using PowerShell, Python and Ansible.
• Support cloud operations, monitoring, troubleshooting and continuous service improvement.
• Integrate business applications into Azure cloud environments.
• Support hybrid cloud infrastructures across Windows and Linux environments.
• Independently manage assigned technical workstreams.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, application owners and other stakeholders.
• Promote automation, operational excellence and Azure cloud engineering best practices.

• Several years of experience as an Azure Cloud Engineer, Azure Infrastructure Engineer or in a comparable role.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Azure administration and platform engineering.
• Excellent knowledge of:
  • Microsoft Azure infrastructure and cloud services
  • Azure DevOps
  • Bicep
  • Ansible
  • PowerShell
  • Python
• Proven experience with Infrastructure as Code and cloud automation.
• Strong understanding of Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Good knowledge of Azure networking concepts.
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and operational support capabilities.
• Ability to independently take ownership of technical initiatives.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent English skills.
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate – AZ-104
  • Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert – AZ-400

Einsatzort: Zürich
Startdatum: 14.09.2026
Pensum: 100%
Projektdauer: 10 Monate ++