Senior Cloud Engineer
About the Role: Are you an experienced Cloud & Infrastructure professional who thrives in a client-facing environment? I am looking for a confident communicator who can not only design and implement cutting-edge cloud solutions but also present ideas and strategies to stakeholders with clarity and impact.As a Senior Cloud & Infrastructure Engineer, you’ll take ownership of designing, implementing, and maintaining robust cloud and infrastructure services. You’ll work closely with clients and internal teams to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions. This role requires someone who can confidently present technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, ensuring trust and engagement at every stage.Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and deployment of cloud infrastructure solutions using Microsoft Azure and related technologies.
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients, presenting solutions and guiding them through technical decisions.
- Optimise performance, cost, and security across cloud environments.
- Automate processes using Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, Bicep, etc.).
- Provide mentorship to junior engineers and act as an escalation point for complex issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery of projects.
- Maintain compliance with security best practices and industry standards.
- Strong experience in Microsoft Azure, Windows Server, Active Directory, and Office 365.
- Proven ability to present confidently to clients and stakeholders.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify technical jargon.
- Hands-on experience with networking, firewalls, and security frameworks.
- Familiarity with automation tools and scripting for infrastructure management.
- Certifications such as Microsoft Azure Administrator, ITIL, or VMware are desirable.
- Opportunity to work on high-impact projects with leading technologies.
- Professional development and certification support.
- Collaborative, forward-thinking environment.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Company
- Nigel Wright Group
- Location
- Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom
- Employment Type
- Full-Time
- Salary
- £45,000 - £60,000 per annum
- Posted
- Company
- Nigel Wright Group
- Location
- Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom
- Employment Type
- Full-Time
- Salary
- £45,000 - £60,000 per annum
- Posted