AmeriLife · 5 months ago
Sr. Azure Cloud Engineer
Clearwater, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expAmeriLife has been a leader in the development, marketing and distribution of annuity, life and health insurance solutions for those planning for and living in retirement. They are seeking a highly skilled Senior Azure Cloud Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and governance of scalable cloud infrastructure, ensuring secure, resilient, and cost-effective cloud solutions.
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Responsibilities
Architect and provision cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM)
Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions
Enforce robust security practices across cloud workloads using Azure Security Center, Key Vault, and Conditional Access
Lead implementation and monitoring of Azure Synapse Analytics and Microsoft Fabric for data-driven solutions
Maintain operational excellence through automated monitoring, alerting, and self-healing infrastructure
Manage and govern Identity and Access Management policies using Azure Active Directory and RBAC
Collaborate with development teams to ensure best practices in resource configuration, tagging, and cost control
Designing and implementing secure, scalable, and resilient Azure solutions, including virtual networks, storage, compute, and databases
Utilizing tools like Terraform, Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, or Bicep to automate infrastructure provisioning and management
Assisting with migrating existing on-premises infrastructure and applications to Azure
Implementing and managing security controls, access management (RBAC), and compliance policies within the Azure environment
Developing and maintaining automation scripts using tools like PowerShell or Azure CLI to streamline operations and improve efficiency
Monitoring the performance and cost of cloud resources, identifying areas for optimization, and implementing solutions
Diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues related to Azure infrastructure and applications
Providing guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, sharing knowledge, and contributing to team development
Keeping abreast of the latest Azure services, features, and best practices
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience with Azure cloud services
Hands-on experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD, and IaC tools
Proven ability to secure enterprise cloud environments
Strong knowledge of Azure Synapse, Fabric, and data lake architecture
Experience implementing Zero Trust IAM frameworks
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
Deep Expertise in Azure Services: Proficiency in core Azure services like virtual machines, networking, storage, databases, and security services
Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Experience with tools like Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep
Automation: Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Azure CLI, or Python
Cloud Networking: Experience designing and implementing virtual networks, VPNs, and security groups
Security: Knowledge of Azure security best practices, RBAC, and security services
DevOps Practices: Understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and agile methodologies
Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Preferred
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert
Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
Containerization and Orchestration: Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Cloud Security: Experience with Azure Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, or other security tools
Company
AmeriLife
AmeriLife provide insurance and retirement solutions to enhance the lives of pre-retirees and retirees.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$395MKey Investors
Genstar Capital
2022-06-13Secondary Market
2020-01-07Acquired
2019-06-18Debt Financing· $395M
Leadership Team
Scott Perry
CEO
Tim Calvert
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2026-01-16
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