Job Description
Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.
Job Title: Senior Azure Cloud Engineer (AKS Platform)
Location(s): Warren, NJ
Job Summary
We are seeking a Senior Azure Cloud Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, automating, securing, and supporting enterprise Azure cloud platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Azure infrastructure, Kubernetes (AKS), Infrastructure as Code, DevOps, and cloud operations. This role requires a proactive individual who can quickly adapt, take ownership of platform services, and drive engineering excellence.
Core Responsibilities
Azure Cloud Engineering
- Design, deploy, and support Azure resources and cloud infrastructure.
- Manage Azure services including:
- Application Gateway and Load Balancers
- Azure Firewall and Private Endpoints
- Compute services – VMs, App Services, Function Apps, Logic Apps
- Storage Accounts – Blob and File Shares
- AI Cognitive Services – Foundry, Search, and related services
- Azure SQL and PostgreSQL
- Key Vault
- Azure DNS – Private DNS Zones
- Azure Monitor and Log Analytics
- Virtual Networks, NSGs, and Route Tables
- Implement Azure security, governance, RBAC, Managed Identities, and networking best practices.
Kubernetes & Containers
- Design, deploy, and support Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) environments.
- Manage cluster lifecycle, upgrades, scaling, security, and monitoring.
- Administer Kubernetes services, including Dockerfiles, deployment manifests, and related configurations.
- Support Helm Charts, Gateway API (Envoy), CSI Drivers, Workload Identity, and container platforms.
- Troubleshoot Kubernetes, application, networking, and storage issues.
Infrastructure Automation
- Build and maintain reusable Terraform modules.
- Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and environment standardization.
- Automate infrastructure provisioning and platform operations.
Monitoring & Operations
- Monitor platform health using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Prometheus, Grafana, and Dynatrace.
- Lead incident management, root cause analysis, and performance optimization.
- Drive reliability, security, and cost optimization initiatives.
Required Skills
- Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, Networking, Security)
- Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
- Terraform
- Azure DevOps Pipelines
- Helm Charts
- Docker and Containers
- Linux Administration
- Networking and DNS
- PowerShell, Bash, or Python
- Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills
Preferred Certifications
Good to have, but not mandatory:
Good to have, but not mandatory:
- Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Administrator
- CKA/CKAD
- Terraform Associate
Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Warren, NJ |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $38.18–$43.18 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Website | http://www.ampcus.com |
About Company
Ampcus Inc is a global technology and business consulting firm specializing in Digital Transforrmation, Big Data, Analytics, Cyber Security, Testing, IV&V, Infrastructure Management and Enterprise Solutions. Ampcus Inc is an SBA 8(a) certified Women and Minority Owned global Provider of broad range of consulting Services. From strategy to execution, our disciplined yet flexible approach starts and ends with our clients. By listening hard and working harder, their goals become our goals. We are an ISO 9000, ISO 20000, ISO 27000 and CMMi Level certified company.
Ampcus consultants have significant business, engineering and technology experience. Our consultants have over 20 years of business experience and an average of over 10 years of engineering and technology experience. This means that the project teams understand how systems work and how the technology impacts the business processes of organizations.
We believe that success of an engagement is determined by strong project management, clear communication and mutual commitment working collaboratively. Our methodology begins by listening to the customer needs, then working with their teams to gain a clear understanding of the requirements, while providing a knowledge transfer of best practices for the organization. As a recognized leader providing customized software services, management and engineering solutions to companies around the world, our ability to deliver is a "granted" that makes companies put their trust in us to answer their day-to-day business challenges and put them on a path for greater success. We are the choice for our clients because we look at our clients business from a growth perspective.
Industry: Information Technology and Services
Specialties: Digital Transformation, Big Data and Analytics, Infrastructure Management Services, Testing and IV&V, Cyber Security, Active Directory and E-mail Infrastructure, Project Management, Training, and ERP, CRM. EAI, BI
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