Role Overview
Our client is seeking a Cloud Support Engineer to manage and support Azure cloud deployments, troubleshoot escalated technical issues, and enhance system efficiency through automation and proactive monitoring.
Duties & responsibilities
- Support & Troubleshooting
- Act as third-line support for complex technical issues.
- Resolve application, data, and cloud infrastructure problems.
- Proactive Monitoring
- Monitor cloud resources (CPU, memory, storage) to prevent downtime.
- Implement alerts and dashboards to track system performance.
- Development & Automation
- Write and optimise SQL scripts for data analysis and issue resolution.
- Develop C# scripts/tools for automation and troubleshooting.
- Cloud Management
- Oversee Azure deployments for high availability and cost optimisation.
- Adjust configurations to maintain performance and resource efficiency.
- Collaboration & Documentation
- Work with development and support teams for seamless issue resolution.
- Maintain internal documentation and knowledge-sharing resources.
Required Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in third-line support for cloud-hosted solutions.
- Strong Microsoft Azure knowledge (monitoring, resource management, cost optimisation).
- Advanced SQL skills (query writing, debugging, optimisation).
- Proficiency in C# for application troubleshooting and debugging.
- Understanding of application, database, and infrastructure troubleshooting.
- Experience with monitoring tools (Azure Monitor, Application Insights, etc.).
- Supporting a B2B Azure Cloud environment.
Desirable Skills
- Experience with DevOps tools (Azure DevOps, CI/CD, Terraform).
- Knowledge of AWS, Google Cloud, or hybrid environments.
- Familiarity with ITIL practices (incident, problem, and change management)
Personal Attributes
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle critical incidents.
- Excellent communication skills, able to explain technical issues clearly.
- Proactive, self-motivated, and service-driven.
- Security-conscious and focused on building resilient solutions.
- Willingness to learn new skills and contribute to team growth.
- Ability to work out of hours if required (police vetting necessary).
Benefits
- Private Medical Insurance
- Birthday Off
- Option to purchase additional holiday days
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
- Early Friday finish (2pm)
- Hybrid working where applicable
- Pension scheme (via NEST)
Apply now to Just IT and we will review your application. If you are suitable for the role, we will be in contact to discuss this opportunity.
Salary: Up to £40,000 – £70,000 p.a.
Reference: JR817