Cloud Engineer III

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. Design and engineer complex Microsoft Azure platform solutions aligned with enterprise architecture standards .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • Nebraska • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and engineering Microsoft Azure platform solutions, with a strong focus on Infrastructure as Code, governance, and automation. Proven ability to lead CI/CD pipeline development and optimize cloud performance while mentoring technical teams.

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Microsoft Azure Solutions DesignInfrastructure As Code (Bicep, PowerShell)CI/CD Pipeline Development (Azure DevOps)Cloud Cost Management and OptimizationAzure Policy and Governance

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Hard Skills

Infrastructure As CodeBicepPowerShellAzure CLIAzure DevOpsCI/CD PipelinesAzure MonitorLog AnalyticsApplication InsightsHybrid Networking

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipMentoringProblem-SolvingDecision-MakingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Azure NetworkingAzure Identity ServicesGit-based WorkflowsAzure App ServicesAzure FunctionsAKSExpressRouteVPNPrivate EndpointsGitHub Copilot

Certifications & Qualifications

AZ-305AZ-400AZ-500

Industry Keywords

Cloud StandardsGovernance ControlsBusiness ContinuityDisaster RecoveryCloud Center of Excellence

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudLinux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and engineer complex Microsoft Azure platform solutions aligned with enterprise architecture standards
Own and evolve Azure platform domains including identity, networking, governance, and DevOps pipelines
Integrate hybrid cloud environments using Azure networking and identity services
Lead Infrastructure as Code development using Bicep, PowerShell, and Azure CLI
Advance Azure Landing Zone governance, identity, network, and security components
Operationalize cloud standards, engineering patterns, and cloud guardrails
Enhance observability using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights
Implement cost optimization, tagging, budgeting, usage analytics, and resource utilization monitoring
Lead Azure DevOps CI/CD pipeline development and Git-based workflows
Build automation frameworks, reusable templates, scripts, and modules for self-service platform capabilities
Embed governance controls, policy enforcement, and configuration management into automation workflows
Mentor Systems Engineers and technical peers
Support Agile ceremonies and contribute to the Cloud Center of Excellence
Implement Azure Policy, RBAC, resource organization, identity governance, and least-privilege models
Plan and implement cloud Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery strategies
Implement highly available solutions with availability zones, automated failover, and cloud-native backups
Evaluate emerging Azure, AI, and automation capabilities and recommend platform enhancements
Identify and resolve platform-level performance, cost, reliability, and security issues
Provide engineering input into cloud platform prioritization and modernization initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
10+ years of progressive IT infrastructure or platform engineering experience, including recent, sustained hands-on experience designing and operating enterprise-scale Azure environments
Deep expertise in Infrastructure as Code; Bicep preferred
Strong scripting and automation experience
Advanced Windows/Linux, Entra ID/AD, and hybrid networking background
Experience building CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and modern Git-based workflows
Proven experience with cloud cost management, observability, and performance optimization
Demonstrated technical leadership and mentoring skills
Extensive governance experience with Azure Policy, RBAC, and tagging standards
Expertise with ExpressRoute, VPN, and Private Endpoints
Experience supporting modernization, migration, and automation initiatives
Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
AZ-305, AZ-400, and AZ-500 certifications preferred
Exposure to Azure App Services, Functions, or AKS preferred
Familiarity with GitHub Copilot or Azure-native AI capabilities is a plus
Resume must include full name, current residential address, email address, and phone number
Successful completion of required criminal background, credit, fingerprint, drug, and reference checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Friday afternoons off year-round
Collaborative environment
Focus on outcomes rather than hours
Competitive compensation package
Comprehensive benefits package
Professional growth, leadership, and service opportunities
Equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace
Workplace accommodations for applicants with disabilities