Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

VIQU Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Cloud Engineer in Glasgow for a transformative greenfield migration to Azure. You will lead the implementation of a complete cloud infrastructure, focusing on security, scalability, and reliability. This role requires collaboration across teams and significant experience with Azure and DevOps best practices. If you're ready to embark on this exciting journey, we encourage you to apply now.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with greenfield cloud implementations and complex on-prem to Azure migrations.
• Strong background in DevOps practices, especially with Azure DevOps.
• Experience with IaC tools like Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of a full migration from on-premise to Azure.
• Deploy Azure-based infrastructure following best practices.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code using tools such as ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform.

Skills

Azure DevOps

Terraform

Bicep

Infrastructure as Code

Security

Networking

Cloud-native architecture

Agile environments

Job description

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Cloud Engineer – Glasgow – Outside of IR35

My Customer is embarking on a transformational greenfield migration—rebuilding their infrastructure from the ground up as they move from an on-premises environment to Microsoft Azure.

They are seeking a highly skilled Cloud Engineer to lead and deliver this cloud-first initiative.

This is a unique opportunity to work on a complete rebuild from scratch, designing and implementing a modern, scalable, and secure Azure-based cloud environment.

Key Responsibilities of the Cloud Engineer:

• Outside of IR35
• Lead the implementation of a full migration from on-premise to Azure.
• Deploy Azure-based infrastructure following best practices around security, scalability, and reliability.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform.
• Set up robust CI/CD pipelines and automation workflows using Azure DevOps.
• Collaborate with architects, developers, and security teams to define cloud strategies and standards.
• Monitor and optimize cloud performance, cost, and governance.
• Ensure cloud environments are compliant with internal and external policies.

Required Skills & Experience from the Cloud Engineer:

• Proven experience with greenfield cloud implementations and complex on-prem to Azure migrations.
• Strong background in DevOps practices, especially with Azure DevOps, pipelines, and automation.
• Experience with IaC tools (Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates).
• Solid understanding of networking, security, and cloud-native architecture.
• Comfortable working in agile environments and fast-paced project timelines.

The Cloud Engineer is required to work 5 days a week onsite in Glasgow.

To discuss this exciting Cloud Engineer opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW for a no obligation chat with your VIQU Administrator. Additionally, you can contact Connor Smal, by exploring the VIQU IT Recruitment website.

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