Cloud Engineer – Azure Migration

The Cloud Engineer irresponsible for the hands-on migration of on-premise virtual machines and infrastructure workloads to Microsoft Azure. This role supports migration execution, validation, troubleshooting, and post-migration stabilization under the guidance of the Technical Lead. In addition, the role operates within a managed services environment, ensuring operational stabilityby proactively monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving incidents across infrastructure and cloud platforms. Key Responsibilities VM Migration Execution ·       Perform hands-on migration of virtual machines from on-premise environments to Azure using Azure Migrate and related tools. ·       Support migration activities including discovery, assessment, replication, testing, and cutover. ·       Execute migration strategies such as rehost (lift-and-shift) and assist with replatforming where required. ·       Conduct validation testing to ensure successful migration and workload functionality. ·       Support post-migration stabilization and performance tuning activities. ·       Troubleshoot migration-related issues across compute, storage, and networking layers. Cloud &Infrastructure Operations ·       Provision, configure, and manage Azure Virtual Machines and related infrastructure components. ·       Support Windows and Linux server administration in both on-premise and cloud environments. ·       Assist in configuring hybrid networking components (VPN, ExpressRoute, DNS, etc.). ·       Support backup, disaster recovery, and high availability configurations. Technical Support &Incident Management ·       Resolve incidents and service requests within agreed SLA timelines under general supervision. ·       Monitor systems proactively and identify issues before service impact. ·       Investigate, analyse, and troubleshoot technical issues across infrastructure environments. ·       Maintain accurate and timely updates in ticketing systems with resolution details. ·       Escalate complex issues to senior engineers or Technical Leads where required. Service Delivery &Process Compliance ·       Ensure adherence to ITIL processes including Incident, Problem, and Change Management. ·       Support change implementation and document all activities accordingly. ·       Contribute to continuous service improvement initiatives and operational efficiency. ·       Participate in disaster recovery testing and operational readiness activities. Collaboration &Knowledge Sharing ·       Work closely with Technical Leads ,architects, and cross-functional teams to support migration and operational activities. ·       Share knowledge and document solutions for common issues. ·       Support junior engineers where required and contribute to team knowledge base. Required Skills & Qualification ·       3–5 years of experience in IT infrastructure implementation and support. ·       Hands-on experience with Azure infrastructure and migration projects. ·       Strong skills in:

• Azure administration (VMs, storage, networking)
• Azure Migrate
• Windows and Linux server administration
• Networking fundamentals (IP, DNS, VPN)
• PowerShell scripting (basic to intermediate) ·       Experience in VM provisioning, troubleshooting, and infrastructure operations. ·       Exposure to enterprise IT environments and migration projects. Key Competencies ·       Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. ·       Ability to work in fast-paced and high-pressure environments. ·       Good communication and stakeholder interaction skills. ·       Detail-oriented with strong documentation practices. ·       Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to service quality. Qualifications & Certifications ·       Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience). ·       Preferred certifications:
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solution Architect (Expert)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure AdministratorAssociate ·       Other cloud or infrastructure certifications are advantageous.