Ascend Technologies
Innovation & Technology Enabling Business Growth
Senior Azure Systems Engineer
Location
United States
Posted
36 days ago
Salary
$140K / year
Bachelor Degree5 yrs expEnglishAnsibleAzureCloudDockerGrafanaKubernetesLinuxPythonTerraform
Job Description
• Design, configure, and deploy Azure infrastructure components, including computer, storage, networking, and security services.
• Build and manage hybrid and cloud-native systems using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
• Implement automated deployment and configuration pipelines using GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or Ansible.
• Support cloud modernization and migration initiatives including virtualization, containerization (Docker, Podman, Talos), and Kubernetes cluster deployments.
• Administer and optimize Azure Entra ID (AAD), SSO configurations, and application identity integrations.
• Configure and manage Windows and Linux servers across cloud and on-premises environments.
• Monitor system performance using programs such as Grafana, Graylog, Wazuh, and Uptime Kuma to ensure high availability, uptime, and security.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts in PowerShell, Bash, and Python to streamline infrastructure tasks.
• Manage internal certificate authorities (CAs), group policies, and endpoint security configurations.
• Communicate effectively with clients to gather requirements, discuss design considerations, and provide technical updates throughout project lifecycles.
Job Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in systems engineering, infrastructure management, or cloud operations, including 5+ years with Azure environments.
- Proficiency with Azure Resource Manager (ARM), Terraform, Ansible, and Bicep for infrastructure automation.
- Hands-on experience managing both Windows Server and Linux environments.
- Deep knowledge of Azure networking, identity (AAD/Entra ID), security, and monitoring services.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions) and version control (Git).
- Skilled in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Bash, and Python.
- Proven ability to work within Agile/Scrum frameworks, collaborating closely with technical and non-technical team members.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills in client-facing roles.
Benefits
- health, dental, and vision insurance
- retirement savings options
- flexible time off (FTO)
- professional development opportunities
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