Job Title: DevOps/Cloud Engineer
Location:
Newcastle-Upon-Tyne (Hybrid)
Contract:
Permanent, Full-Time
Our client are looking for a skilled
DevOps Engineer
to join their technology team and play a key role in the management, automation, and optimisation of their cloud infrastructure. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where you'll be directly involved in delivering reliable, secure, and scalable solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Support, manage, and optimise Microsoft Azure infrastructure and services.
* Automate tasks and processes using
PowerShell
and
Azure CLI
.
* Maintain and configure
Windows Server
environments, including networking and security.
* Work with
VMware/vSphere
virtualised environments to ensure availability and performance.
* Monitor systems, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements for efficiency and resilience.
* Collaborate with development and IT teams to streamline software delivery and infrastructure operations.
* Ensure best practices are followed in cost management, security, and compliance within Azure.
Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in a DevOps, Cloud, or Infrastructure Engineering role.
* Strong expertise with
Microsoft Azure
cloud services.
* Hands-on experience with
PowerShell scripting
and
Azure CLI
.
* Solid knowledge of
Windows Server administration
and networking fundamentals.
* Experience with
VMware / vSphere
environments.
* Familiarity with monitoring and alerting solutions in a cloud or hybrid environment.
* Good problem-solving skills with the ability to work across teams in a fast-paced setting.
Desirable (Not Essential)
* Exposure to .NET application deployment and CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps or similar).
* Experience implementing automation for cloud cost optimisation and performance tuning.
* Knowledge of
Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights
, or other monitoring/observability tools.
What's On Offer?
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
* Opportunities for professional development and Microsoft certifications.
* A supportive, collaborative environment with exposure to enterprise-level cloud projects.
If you're passionate about cloud technology and want to make a real impact in shaping secure and scalable infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you.