The Cloud & Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and enhancing the organization’s cloud and on-premises infrastructure. This role ensures the delivery of secure, scalable, and high-performing platforms that support business applications and IT services. The engineer drives modernization initiatives, implements automation and Infrastructure-as-Code, and contributes to cloud architecture and hybrid infrastructure solutions
Main responsibilities
Cloud Engineering & Architecture
Design, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure solutions (compute, storage, networking, identity).
Build and optimize Infrastructure-as-Code deployments using Terraform, Bicep, ARM, CloudFormation, or Ansible.
Contribute to cloud governance frameworks (policies, tagging, RBAC, FinOps).
Support cloud migration and modernization projects.
Infrastructure Engineering
Architect and maintain hybrid infrastructure (on Prem + cloud).
Manage virtualization platforms (VMware, Citrix,)
Implement and maintain networks, firewalls, load balancers, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and connectivity
Administer Windows/Linux servers and core services.
Automation & DevOps Integration
Build automation for deployments, configuration, and operations using PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure services.
Improve delivery efficiency through automation and reusable templates.
Security, Compliance & Reliability
Implement cloud and on-prem security controls, patching, and hardening.
Ensure alignment with compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, CIS, SOC2).
Maintain disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity solutions.
Conduct performance tuning, capacity planning, and environment optimization.
Monitoring & Operational Support
Work with monitoring/logging tools (Azure Monitor, CloudWatch, checkmk, qualys… ).
Collaborate with IT Operations teams for incident escalations and RCA.
Maintain documentation for architecture, designs, and processes.
Work experience requirements
5–7 years of experience in cloud/infrastructure engineering
Professional IT certification (Azure, AWS, or VMware) Terraform certification
Competences
Technical knowledge and skills
Strong hands-on experience with Azure.
Solid Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, firewalls).
Experience with IaC tools (Terraform/Bicep/ARM/CloudFormation). Proficiency in PowerShell, Bash, or Python scripting.
Experience with virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V) and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
Strong knowledge of identity services (Azure AD/Entra ID, IAM, AD DS). Experience with monitoring tools and infrastructure automation.
Computer/office software knowledge and skills
Azure Portal & Azure DevOps Git/GitHub & VMware vCenter
Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Microsoft Teams & SharePoint
Mindset and behaviour
Strong communication and cross-team collaboration. Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
Ability to work proactively and independently on complex technical challenges.
Ownership mindset with attention to reliability and scalability.
Excellent time management skills with ability to work to tight deadlines.
As a vital team member and in return for your expertise, inclusive approach and commitment, we'll provide a favourable salary and the chance to join a passionate and welcoming team. Benefits As a truly global business, we tailor benefits to each location to safeguard our people and respect local cultures and ways of working. Our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in talent development. Join our global network, and you will benefit from education support, sponsorship and in-house training programs.
Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.