Azure Infrastructure Engineer / Lead Hybrid working: 1-2 days per week required in the office. DGH Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a leading global client based in Birmingham who are looking for an Azure Infrastructure SME to join the team on a permanent basis. The role will suit an Senior Azure Infrastructure Engineer / Lead, who is keen to remain working in a senior technical capacity whilst also having the opportunity to get team leadership experience to progress their career down the management route. Responsibilities: - Provide Level 3 support across the breadth of Azure services, including but not limited to Azure IAAS, PAAS, Terraform, Containers, Subscription and Tenant management, DevOps, FinOps and Security. - Automate workflows and processes using Logic Apps, Azure Functions, or other tools. - Develop and implement strategic plans for Azure infrastructure, ensuring scalability, security, and cost-efficiency. This includes designing disaster recovery solutions, automating deployments using Azure DevOps, and optimizing costs through the use of Azure Cost Management tools. - Lead and manage a team of IT professionals, providing guidance, support, and development opportunities. Required Skills / Experience: - Extensive hands-on knowledge of Azure services and features - Experience in using Azure DevOps, GitHub, or other tools for version control - Familiarity with cloud security best practices and tools, such as Azure Security Centre or Azure Key Vault. - Certifications such as Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Developer Associate, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert (highly desirable). - In-depth knowledge of Terraform, FinOps, Azure modernization, and security best practices. Azure Infrastructure Engineer / Lead