Azure Cloud Consultant

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor client Azure infrastructure to support high availability, performance, and security
• Design and implement Azure-based cloud architectures with a focus on containerised workloads using Kubernetes (AKS)
• Provision, configure, and maintain Azure resources and services, including virtual machines, Data Lake, Synapse workspaces, storage accounts, virtual networks, and security groups
• Monitor and troubleshoot Azure systems and applications, identifying and resolving performance, connectivity, and security issues
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Enterprise Architecture and IT Operations to support deployment and integration of Azure-based solutions
• Coordinate cloud migration and modernisation projects, including re-platforming and re-architecting applications for Azure
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for containerised applications
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and improve Kubernetes clusters and Azure resources
• Support security, compliance, and governance across cloud environments
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to client teams and junior consultants
• Document solutions, create runbooks, and deliver knowledge transfer sessions
• Essential requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 4+ years of experience in cloud consulting or engineering roles
• Good knowledge of Azure cloud platform, including core services, administration tasks, and resource management
• Good understanding of Kubernetes architecture, deployment, scaling, and troubleshooting
• Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g. PowerShell, Bash, Python)
• Experience with containerisation tools (Docker) and orchestration platforms (Helm, Istio, etc.)
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g. Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins)
• Effective communication and client-facing skills
• Desirable experience
• Experience supporting large-scale cloud migration or modernisation programmes
• Exposure to enterprise cloud governance and security frameworks
• At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their wellbeing, professional growth, and financial stability.
• Salary Range: €75,000-€95,000
• Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme, where employees collectively benefit from a share of our company's profits
• Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme
• Flexible/remote working, Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and people's individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balance
• Financial Wellbeing initiatives including; Version 1 Pension with a 5% employee-matched contribution, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial advice and an Employee Discount scheme
• Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and much more.
• 24 days holiday allowance plus Public Holidays, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies
• Educational assistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat
• Reward schemes including Version 1's Annual Excellence Awards & quarterly Star Awards.
• Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion and belonging schemes.
• And many more exciting benefits... drop us a note to find out more.
• Version 1 is an equal opportunities employer
• We want every candidate to have a positive and accessible recruitment experience. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the process, please contact your recruiter at Version 1. We will consider all requests carefully, respectfully and confidentially.
• #LI-EB1 #LI-Hybrid

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Additional Information

We are seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Consultant with expertise in Kubernetes to design, implement, and improve cloud-native solutions for our clients. This role involves working closely with development, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to develop scalable, secure, and resilient cloud environments using Microsoft Azure and Kubernetes.

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