Lead Cloud Engineer - Azure/AWS, Python

Cigres Technologies Private Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech solutions company in Bengaluru is looking for an experienced cloud solutions architect. The ideal candidate will have over six years of experience in designing and implementing cloud solutions, particularly on Azure, with a strong background in Python and REST API development. Responsibilities include optimizing cloud applications, ensuring security compliance, and collaborating with teams to deliver innovative solutions. Certification and knowledge of machine learning technologies are preferred.

Qualifications

• Six or more years of experience in architecting, designing, developing, and implementing cloud solutions on Azure.
• Four or more years of experience on AWS and/or Azure platforms.
• Relevant certification for Azure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement optimal cloud-based solutions.
• Ensure application performance, uptime, and scale.
• Educate teams on new cloud technologies.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Python

REST API development

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Azure services

Continuous integration

Security measures implementation

AI & ML knowledge

Education

Degree in computer science or similar field

Tools

Jenkins

Azure App Services

Azure Functions

MLFlow

Ansible

Job description

Responsibilities

• As part of project scrum team member design and implement the most optimal cloud-based solutions for the company
• Ensure application performance, uptime, and scale, maintaining high standards for code quality and thoughtful design
• Modifying and improving existing systems.
• Educating teams on the implementation of new cloud technologies and initiatives.
• Ensuring efficient functioning of data storage and processing functions in accordance with company security policies and best practices in cloud security.
• Identifying, analyzing, and resolving infrastructure vulnerabilities and application deployment issues.
• Define and document best practices and strategies regarding application deployment and infrastructure maintenance.
• Regularly reviewing existing systems and making recommendations for improvements.

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science or a similar field.
• Six or more years of experience in architecting, designing, developing, and implementing cloud solutions on Azure
• Understanding of core cloud concepts like Infra as code, IaaS, PaaS and SaaS.
• Strong proficiency in Python and experience with REST API development.
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and efficient cloud-based solutions using Azure services.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs to support various applications.
• Four or more years of experience in architecting, designing, developing, and implementing cloud solutions on AWS and/or Azure platforms.
• Technologies: Python, Azure, MLFlow, AWS, Terraform, Azure app services, Functions, App Insights
• Developing and maintaining continuous integration and continuous deployment pipelines – Jenkins Groovy scripts.
• Developing containerized solutions and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, AKS)
• Experience of server‑less architecture, cloud computing, cloud native application and scalability etc
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Implement robust security measures and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Monitor and troubleshoot application performance and resolve any issues.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of the development process.
• Development experience with configuration management tools (Terraform, Ansible, Arm Templates).
• Relevant certification of Azure preferred.
• Troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of AI & ML technologies, as well as ML model management is a plus.