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Azure Engineer/Architect

Lakewood, NJ · On-site

$62.50 - $81.50/hr

NAVA Software solutions is looking for an Azure Engineer/Architect Details Azure Engineer/Architect ... Design and deploy Disaster Recovery (DR) environments following Microsoft best practices and DRaaS ...

Azure Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$54 - $72.25/hr

We are looking for a skilled cloud engineer with proven experience in designing, developing, and deploying Microsoft Azure solutions. This role will focus on building intelligent applications ...

Azure Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site +1

$54 - $72.25/hr

We are looking for a skilled cloud engineer with proven experience in designing, developing, and deploying Microsoft Azure solutions. This role will focus on building intelligent applications ...

NET technologies and Microsoft Azure services while ensuring secure, scalable, and efficient ... NET Developer with expertise in EDI development. * Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure cloud ...

Sr. Data Engineer-Azure

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$52.75 - $65.25/hr

... Microsoft Azure) including Azure EventHub, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure DevOps, Azure Blob Storage, Azure Data Lake, Azure Power Apps and Power BI. Combination of Development ...

React Developer (Azure)

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$60.75 - $75.25/hr

We are seeking a React Developer with strong expertise in React, TypeScript, HTML, and CSS, along with hands-on experience working with Microsoft Azure technologies. The ideal candidate will be ...

NET Azure AI Developer Location: Onsite - Woodlawn, MD (Mon-Fri) Duration: 9 months Rate: All ... Build and deploy cloud-native solutions on Microsoft Azure * Integrate AI capabilities using Azure ...

Azure Data Engineer

Manhattan, NY

$60.75 - $75.25/hr

... Azure DevOps for version control, pipeline management, and automated deployments • Working ... Microsoft SQL Server (latest versions) - schema design, query optimization, and maintenance • ...

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How much do microsoft azure engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for microsoft azure engineer in the United States is $58.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.88 and $65.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Microsoft Azure Engineer vs Cloud Solutions Architect?

AspectMicrosoft Azure EngineerCloud Solutions Architect
CertificationsAzure Certifications (e.g., AZ-104, AZ-303, AZ-304)Azure Certifications + Design & Architecture certifications
Work EnvironmentImplementing and managing Azure solutions, focusing on deployment and supportDesigning cloud solutions, overseeing architecture, and strategic planning
Employer & Industry UsageIT departments, cloud service providers, enterprises using AzureOrganizations needing cloud architecture design, consulting firms
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on technical implementation skillsFocus on design and strategic planning skills

The Microsoft Azure Engineer primarily handles the deployment, configuration, and management of Azure cloud solutions, emphasizing technical implementation. In contrast, the Cloud Solutions Architect focuses on designing comprehensive cloud strategies and architectures, often overseeing multiple projects and stakeholders. Both roles require Azure certifications, but their responsibilities and focus areas differ significantly.

What are Microsoft Azure Engineers?

Microsoft Azure Engineers are IT professionals who design, implement, manage, and monitor cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure. They work with cloud infrastructure, networks, security, and storage, ensuring that applications and services are highly available and secure. Azure Engineers often collaborate with development and operations teams to deploy, manage, and optimize cloud workloads. Their expertise helps organizations leverage Azure's capabilities for scalable and cost-effective computing.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Microsoft Azure Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Microsoft Azure Engineer, you need strong expertise in cloud architecture, networking, and security, typically supported by a background in computer science or IT and relevant Azure certifications. Familiarity with tools like Azure Portal, Azure CLI, ARM templates, and monitoring systems is essential for daily operations. Problem-solving skills, effective communication, and adaptability are important soft skills that help navigate evolving cloud environments and collaborate across teams. These competencies ensure successful deployment, management, and optimization of cloud solutions, driving business agility and reliability.

What are some common challenges Microsoft Azure Engineers face when migrating on-premises systems to the cloud?

Microsoft Azure Engineers often encounter challenges such as ensuring seamless data migration with minimal downtime, addressing compatibility issues between legacy systems and Azure services, and maintaining security and compliance throughout the process. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams—such as security, network, and application development—is essential to anticipate and resolve technical hurdles. Proactive planning and thorough testing are key strategies for overcoming these obstacles and delivering a successful migration.
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Microsoft Azure Cloud Engineer

Microsoft Azure Cloud Engineer

Atlas Technologies Inc

Charleston, SC

$53.25 - $71/hr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

Looking for a career where hard work is valued, and your ideas and feedback are part of the way we operate daily? Want to bring your skills to a company that encourages teamwork and champions continued education and process improvement?

Atlas Tech, a veteran-owned IT company serving multiple DoD customers in support of America's warfighters, is seeking a passionate, flexible, committed team player to join our group of highly motivated professionals. If you are comfortable in fast paced environments, can think on your feet, and excel in team-based collaborative efforts, then this may be the right fit for you. Atlas Tech is seeking a Microsoft Azure Cloud Engineer for an effort to provide systems engineering and integration of Naval software systems. This is an on-site role based in North Charleston, SC, with flexibility to telework 2 days out of the week.

You Will:

  • Be responsible for cloud infrastructure, automating and streamlining operations, and building and maintaining tools for deployment
  • Develop automated deployment pipelines and Infrastructure-as-Code templates
  • Build solutions to automate cloud operations tasks including monitoring, scaling, backup, and disaster recovery
  • Provide expertise in cloud architecture and modern infrastructure practices
  • Automate infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure as Code
  • Design and optimize cloud architectures to improve performance, cost-efficiency, security, and scalability
  • Provide recommendations for cloud best practices and process improvements
  • Contribute to team objectives and support cloud migration initiatives
  • Design and implement cloud monitoring and management solutions
  • Prepare technical documentation and present architecture proposals to engineering teams
  • Deploy and test cloud infrastructure in development environments as part of CI/CD processes
  • Research new technologies to support enterprise automation solutions for large DoD Systems
  • Investigate and resolve complex issues that span multiple applications/technologies and require involvement from technical personnel across multiple groups
  • Verify documentation is easy to understand for both internal and external teams with varying skillsets and expertise
  • Provide feedback on internal processes and recommendations for improvement
  • Decompose tasks and provide status updates

You Have:

  • US Citizenship
  • Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level Security Clearance or you’re able to obtain an interim security clearance prior to hire date.
  • DoD 8140\8570 Certifications to be qualified as an Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II
  • 3+ years of technical experience with Azure, AWS or GCP
  • Experience in a DEVOPS role or similar overseeing complex IT infrastructure
  • Experience with Ansible, automation platform
  • Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates)
  • Ability to design, deploy, and manage multi-tier cloud applications and services
  • Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Working knowledge and experience with Agile framework and Scrum
  • Understanding of cloud networking, security, and cost optimization principles
  • Strong documentation and oral communication skills to clearly communicate with all levels of users, engineers, managers, and organizations
  • Ability to work with others in a highly collaborative environment
  • Self-Motivated, strong work ethic and commitment to quality
  • Ability to multi-task and balance multiple goals and priorities

We'd Be Impressed If You Had:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science
  • 5+ years of experience in a cloud engineering role
  • Demonstrated experience with:
    • CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Microsoft Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions)
    • Configuration management and automation platforms (Ansible, Chef, Puppet)
    • Programming/scripting languages (Bash/Python/HTML/etc)
    • Git, GitLab, GitLab Pipelines, Artifactory, Confluence and Jira
    • Integrated development environment (IDE, Visual Studio Code) for GIT management and code revision
    • Cloud computing infrastructure (i.e. AWS, Microsoft Azure, Red Hat OpenShift)
    • Monitoring and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)
    • Microservices architecture and serverless computing
    • Database administration in cloud environments
    • Security best practices and compliance frameworks
    • Cost optimization and FinOps practices
  • Certifications:
    • Developer-level Scrum certification, e.g. Professional Scrum Developer (PSD) or Certified Scrum Developer (CSD)
    • Microsoft Azure Administrator
    • Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Automation
    • CISSP, SANS, ITIL

Want to hear more? Read on to see what our Team Members say about their experience:

“To me, the best part about working at Atlas is the level of transparency afforded to everyone in the company. I’ve had plenty of jobs where I knew what I was doing, but at Atlas there is a concerted effort to make sure we also understand why, and how our role directly impacts the overall mission.” - Jess

“With LEARNING as a core value, Atlas is constantly promoting ways to increase knowledge and stay at the forefront of the latest technology. Team members are regularly encouraged to continue learning and Atlas provides training resources and skills enhancement opportunities internally as well as education reimbursement if you prefer to obtain skills through outside resources or higher education.” - Wendy

Atlas Tech is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and respected.
Accessibility & Accommodations

Atlas Tech strives to make our website, www.atlas-tech.com, accessible to all users. If you need assistance completing the application process or require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at hr.recruiter@atlas-tech.com.
This contact information is designated for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of an application. Atlas Tech is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Atlas Tech offers a competitive salary, generous benefits package, and an opportunity to make a positive impact in your own community.