Chief Cloud Engineer (Azure) Remote
Chief Cloud Engineer (Azure) Description
We are excited to announce an opportunity for a Chief Cloud Engineer with specialized expertise in Azure migrations to spearhead our large-scale cloud initiatives.
This leadership role will oversee the migration from an on-premises data center to Azure using the Azure VMware Solution (AVS) while enhancing overall infrastructure resilience and connectivity to additional data centers and Azure regions.
If you are an expert problem-solver who excels in managing sophisticated technical challenges, maintaining high standards of performance, reliability, and security, and possess significant leadership experience, this position is ideal for you.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and optimize AVS-based workloads, overseeing migration tasks using Azure Migrate and VMware tools (vMotion) to achieve minimal downtime
- Architect and troubleshoot network connectivity (ExpressRoute) linking on-premises and secondary cloud regions, ensuring secure and resilient traffic flow
- Implement and administer critical infrastructure services, including load balancing with F5, firewall rules, storage provisioning, and SQL database connectivity
- Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues, collaborating with architects, network engineers, security teams, and other stakeholders
- Develop and update documentation and best practices, mentoring team members to elevate operational efficiency and project outcomes
- Strategically refine and enhance the solution design and execution strategy, staying ahead with the latest Azure and VMware technologies
Requirements
- 7+ years of relevant work experience in cloud engineering
- 2+ years of relevant leadership experience
- Expertise in handling large-scale datacenter-to-cloud migrations, with extensive experience in AVS, VMware, and Azure Migrate
- In-depth knowledge and practical experience in network configuration (ExpressRoute), virtualization (vMotion), load balancing (F5), firewalls, storage, and SQL database integration
- Proven record of effectively troubleshooting complex infrastructure challenges in high-pressure environments
- Excellent leadership and collaboration skills to efficiently manage and inspire cross-functional teams
- Advanced proficiency in English (verbal and written, B2+ level)
Nice to have
- Relevant certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator, VMware)
We offer
- Career plan and real growth opportunities
- Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
- International Mobility Plan within 25 countries
- Constant training, mentoring, online corporate courses, eLearning and more
- English classes with a certified teacher
- Support for employee’s initiatives (Algorithms club, toastmasters, agile club and more)
- Enjoyable working environment (Gaming room, napping area, amenities, events, sport teams and more)
- Flexible work schedule and dress code
- Collaborate in a multicultural environment and share best practices from around the globe
- Hired directly by EPAM & 100% under payroll
- Law benefits (IMSS, INFONAVIT, 25% vacation bonus)
- Major medical expenses insurance: Life, Major medical expenses with dental & visual coverage (for the employee and direct family members)
- 13 % employee savings fund, capped to the law limit
- Grocery coupons
- 30 days December bonus
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 12 vacations days plus 4 floating days
- Official Mexican holidays, plus 5 extra holidays (Maundry Thursday and Friday, November 2nd, December 24th & 31st)
- Monthly non-taxable amount for the electricity and internet bills
EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
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