Azure Cloud Engineer

About us:

At NEXTDC we are building the heart of Australia & Asia’s high-tech future. We design, build and operate world class, next generation data centres, using cutting edge, environmentally efficient infrastructure to service the specific requirements of local, international hyperscale customers.

We are expanding our presence globally, including a new data centre in PJ, meeting the current and future digital needs of Malaysia by accelerating job skills, direct investment and economic prosperity.

At NEXTDC, we know that our success depends on the talents of our people, and we foster a culture of continued learning and development. Our culture is built on collaboration and innovation, we are passionate about what we do, and we are committed to our mission to be the leading customer-centric data centre services company.

Where Cloud lives and AI thrives

About the job:

As our experienced Azure Cloud Engineer, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the optimal performance, reliability, and security of our Azure cloud infrastructure. Here you’ll be deploying, managing, and maintaining Azure services to support the organisation's operational needs.

The Cloud Operations Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to implement automation, troubleshoot issues, and optimise cloud resources, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of our IT operations. This position plays a critical role in enabling the organisation to leverage cloud technologies for innovation and growth.

Within this position, your scope will cover:

• Deployment and Configuration: Deploy and configure Azure services to meet the organization's requirements, ensuring scalability and reliability
• Monitoring and Maintenance: Continuously monitor the performance and health of Azure resources, addressing any issues that arise promptly
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve technical problems related to Azure services, ensuring minimal downtime and disruption
• Automation: Implement automation scripts and tools to streamline operations, reduce manual intervention, and improve efficiency
• Security and Compliance: Ensure that Azure environments adhere to security policies and compliance standards, implementing best practices for data protection and access control
• Cost Management: Monitor and optimize cloud costs, identifying opportunities for cost savings without compromising performance

About you:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Cloud Operations, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure
• Relevant Azure certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate) are highly desirable
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Fluency in English – excellent verbal and written communication
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate concepts and ideas clearly to stakeholders at all levels
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet deadlines and work in a growing team

Your technical capability

• Proficiency in Azure services, including Virtual Machines. Azure Kubernetes Service, Fabric, Storage and Azure Networking, and Security
• Experience with automation tools such as PowerShell, Azure CLI, and ARM templates
• Experience with version control systems and CI/CD processes

Why NEXTDC

• Opportunity to be a vital part of NEXTDC and the expanding Data Centre world
• Inclusive, diverse and values-driven working culture
• Great opportunities to progress within our company (grow as we grow)