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LTE Group has an exciting opportunity to join our Infrastructure team as an experienced Azure Engineer on a full‑time, permanent basis working at our Manchester office on a hybrid basis.
The Azure Engineer will join our forward‑thinking IT team and will have hands‑on experience designing, deploying, and managing solutions in Microsoft Azure environments. As an integral part of our cloud engineering team, you will architect, implement, and optimize scalable, secure, and robust cloud infrastructures, helping to transform our organization’s IT landscape. The ideal candidate is passionate about cloud technology, demonstrates a strong problem‑solving ability, and thrives in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
Role Responsibilities
* Design and architect end‑to‑end cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure to meet business requirements and strategic objectives.
* Deploy, configure, and maintain Azure services including (but not limited to): Azure Virtual Machines, App Services, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions, Logic Apps, Azure Active Directory, Virtual Networks, and Azure Storage.
* Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform, and PowerShell DSC.
* Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize Azure workloads to ensure high availability, performance, and cost‑effectiveness.
* Design and implement security best practices, including identity and access management, secure networking, encryption, and compliance controls within Azure environments.
* Collaborate with software development teams to create CI/CD pipelines and automate deployment processes using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions.
* Perform migrations from on‑premises or other cloud platforms to Azure, ensuring minimal downtime and business continuity.
* Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, architectural diagrams, and runbooks.
* Participate in capacity planning, disaster recovery, and backup strategies across Azure resources.
* Stay abreast of the latest Azure features, announcements, and industry trends; evaluate and recommend new technologies and services where appropriate.
* Provide guidance, mentorship, and technical leadership to junior engineers and other team members.
* Engage with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
To be successful in this role, you will need to:
* Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
* 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure or cloud engineering, with a minimum of 3 years of hands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure.
* Strong expertise in Azure‑native services, cloud networking, security, and automation.
* Proficiency with scripting and automation tools such as PowerShell, Azure CLI, and/or Python.
* Solid understanding of DevOps principles and tools, including Azure DevOps, Git, GitHub, and CI/CD pipelines.
* Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes.
* Familiarity with monitoring and observability solutions such as Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.
* Knowledge of identity and access management, governance, and compliance within Azure environments.
* Ability to troubleshoot complex issues and perform root‑cause analysis across cloud and hybrid infrastructures.
* Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
* Azure certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Administrator Associate, or Azure DevOps Engineer Expert are strongly preferred.
* Experience working in Agile, Scrum, or DevOps teams is a plus.
Benefits
* 35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
* Employee Assistance Program
* Cycle to work scheme
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Information Technology
About the Company
The LTE Group is the largest social enterprise in the UK dedicated to lifelong learning; we truly believe in the power of education to change lives. We consist of Manchester College, MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We are committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for our learners.
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