Azure Engineer

NCS Philippines; Taguig; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

NCS Philippines is seeking a Mid to Senior Azure Cloud Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain Azure cloud infrastructure for production and development environments in the Philippines. You’ll work with developers, architects, and DevOps to deliver scalable, secure cloud solutions that support digital transformation initiatives.

The role demands hands‑on Azure expertise (IaaS, PaaS, networking, identity, storage), scripting (PowerShell/Bash/Python), and IaC with ARM/ Terraform/ Bicep.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 4–5 years of experience in cloud engineering or infrastructure administration.
• Proven expertise in Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, networking, identity, and storage).
• Hands-on experience with PowerShell, Bash, or Python scripting for automation.
• Experience in CI/CD, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code tools.
• Familiarity with networking, security, and identity management within Azure.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Certification preferred but not required: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) or Azure Solutions Architect Associate (AZ-305).

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and manage Azure-based cloud infrastructure for production and development environments.
• Configure and maintain Azure services including Virtual Machines, Virtual Networks, Storage Accounts, Azure Active Directory, and App Services.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates using ARM, Terraform, or Bicep.
• Manage CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, supporting automated deployments and integration.
• Implement monitoring, alerting, and cost optimization best practices across Azure environments.
• Ensure security, compliance, and disaster recovery standards are consistently met.
• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and incident response for cloud-related issues.
• Document configurations, policies, and procedures for infrastructure operations.

Skills

Azure

IaC

CI/CD

Scripting

Docker/Kubernetes

Networking & Security

Monitoring & Troubleshooting

Documentation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field

Tools

PowerShell

Bash

Python

Terraform

ARM

Bicep

Azure DevOps

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Company Overview NCS is a leading AI Tech Services company. With a 15,000-strong team across the Asia Pacific, NCS scales its platforms and capabilities to provide clients with greater agility and AI expertise across a range of industries. Embracing a strong ecosystem of global partners, NCS transforms technology services delivery combining AI with digital resilience to drive real business impact. NCS is a subsidiary of the Singtel Group

About the Role NCS is seeking a Mid to Senior Level Azure Cloud Engineer to join our dynamic technology team. You’ll be responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure, ensuring performance, scalability, and security. You’ll collaborate closely with developers, architects, and DevOps professionals to deliver reliable cloud solutions that empower NCS digital transformation projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and manage Azure-based cloud infrastructure for production and development environments.
• Configure and maintain Azure services including Virtual Machines, Virtual Networks, Storage Accounts, Azure Active Directory, and App Services.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates using ARM, Terraform, or Bicep.
• Manage CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, supporting automated deployments and integration.
• Implement monitoring, alerting, and cost optimization best practices across Azure environments.
• Ensure security, compliance, and disaster recovery standards are consistently met.
• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and incident response for cloud-related issues.
• Document configurations, policies, and procedures for infrastructure operations.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 4–5 years of experience in cloud engineering or infrastructure administration.
• Proven expertise in Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, networking, identity, and storage).
• Hands‑on experience with PowerShell, Bash, or Python scripting for automation.
• Experience in CI/CD, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code tools.
• Familiarity with networking, security, and identity management within Azure.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Certification preferred but not required: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) or Azure Solutions Architect Associate (AZ-305).

Preferred Skills

• Experience in hybrid cloud integrations and migration from on-premises to Azure.
• Knowledge of Azure Security Center, Defender for Cloud, and Sentinel.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools like Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, or Application Insights.
• Strong collaboration and documentation skills.
• Passion for continuous learning and innovation in cloud technologies.