Senior Azure Cloud Engineer

Newmark; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan with employer matching

Possible discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Newmark is seeking a skilled cloud engineer to collaborate with the Azure Cloud Architect on deploying and optimizing cloud resources. This role requires expertise in cloud engineering, particularly with Microsoft Azure, and adherence to security and compliance standards.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and significant experience in cloud environments, with a salary range from $150,000 to $190,000 annually. Additional benefits include health insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Requires 10 years of experience in cloud engineering and enterprise applications.
• Experience may be reduced to 5 years with a master's degree.

Responsibilities

• Implement cloud architectures based on business objectives.
• Manage cloud resources for performance and security.
• Collaborate with teams to automate cloud operations using IaC.
• Monitor cloud environments for issues and performance.

Skills

Implementing and managing scalable, secure cloud environments

Infrastructure‑as‑code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, ARM templates, Azure DevOps)

Cloud engineering, with a focus on Microsoft Azure

Cloud security principles and best practices

Monitoring and optimizing cloud environments

Cloud networking, storage, and compute services within the Azure ecosystem

Troubleshooting complex cloud issues

Working with automation and scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Azure Cloud Architect Certification (AZ-303, AZ-305)

Terraform Associate Certification

Job description

Job Description

Collaborate closely with the Azure Cloud Architect to implement cloud architectures that align with business objectives. Responsible for the hands‑on deployment, management, and optimization of cloud resources, ensuring that they meet the highest standards of performance and security. Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure, focusing on performance, scalability, and security. Deploy and configure cloud services, ensuring they meet the necessary compliance and governance standards. Collaborate with development and operations teams to automate and streamline cloud operations using infrastructure‑as‑code (IaC) principles. Monitor cloud environments, identifying and addressing issues related to performance, cost, and security. Assist in the development and maintenance of cloud documentation, including architecture diagrams, operational procedures, and disaster recovery plans. Provide support for cloud‑related incidents, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to prevent future occurrences. Participate in the evaluation of new cloud technologies and tools, providing recommendations to enhance the existing cloud landscape. Contribute to the continuous improvement of cloud processes and practices, promoting a culture of efficiency and innovation. Ensure that all cloud deployments adhere to company policies, standards, and best practices, particularly in the areas of security and compliance. Assist in training and mentoring junior cloud engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices within the team.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field and ten (10) years of experience in cloud engineering and enterprise applications [or a master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a closely related field and five (5) years of experience in cloud engineering and enterprise applications].

Certifications Required: Azure Cloud Architect (AZ‑303, AZ‑305) and Terraform Associate.

Experience must include the following

• Implementing and managing scalable, secure cloud environments;
• Infrastructure‑as‑code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, ARM templates, Azure DevOps);
• Cloud engineering, with a focus on Microsoft Azure;
• Cloud security principles and best practices;
• Monitoring and optimizing cloud environments, with a focus on performance and cost efficiency;
• Cloud networking, storage, and compute services within the Azure ecosystem;
• Troubleshooting with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex cloud‑related issues;
• Working with automation and scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) to streamline cloud operations.

Salary Range Language

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $150,000 to $190,000 annually. The actual base salary will be determined on an individualized basis taking into account a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, education, and, where applicable, licenses or certifications held. In addition to base salary and a competitive benefits package (including health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching), this position may be eligible for additional types of compensation including discretionary bonuses and other short‑ and long‑term incentives (e.g., deferred cash, equity, etc.).

Working Conditions

Normal working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements.

Note

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Statement

Newmark is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.