We are looking for a Senior Azure Cloud Engineer to join a cross-functional engineering team focused on delivering secure, scalable, and high-performing cloud platforms. You'll play a key role in designing, deploying, and maintaining cloud environments that empower the digital energy transition — ensuring efficiency, security, and reliability across complex systems.
As a cloud expert, you'll collaborate closely with developers, product owners, and other IT professionals to drive automation, optimize infrastructure, and continuously improve operational excellence.
Your Responsibilities
Cloud Deployment & Configuration
- Provision and configure Azure cloud resources using standardized deployment models.
- Manage and optimize networking, governance, and access control across environments.
Automation & Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Develop and maintain Terraform scripts for consistent infrastructure deployment.
- Implement CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or ArgoCD for automation and release management.
Security & Compliance
- Apply and maintain strong security practices — including firewalls, encryption, and identity management (EntraID, Azure Policies, Defender).
- Ensure adherence to internal and regulatory frameworks (ISO, NIS2, etc.).
Operations & Incident Management
- Monitor and maintain workloads, ensuring system reliability and performance.
- Respond to incidents, perform root-cause analysis, and apply preventive measures.
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
- Partner with developers and stakeholders to align infrastructure with business needs.
- Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in cloud operations.
- Identify opportunities for cost optimization, automation, and innovation.
Your Profile
Experience & Certifications
- At least 5 years of hands-on experience in Azure cloud engineering or administration.
- Certified Azure Administrator (AZ-104) or higher.
- (Optional) AZ-700, AZ-500, or CKA certifications are a plus.
Technical Expertise
- Deep understanding of Azure networking (VNETs, NSGs, Azure Firewall, WAF, Private Endpoints, Hub & Spoke model).
- Strong knowledge of Azure governance and cost management.
- Skilled in Terraform (HCL) and Kubernetes.
- Experience with Azure DevOps, ArgoCD, and monitoring tools like Grafana, Prometheus, and Opentelemetry.
- Familiarity with databases (Azure SQL, MongoDB) and security principles (Defender, PIM).
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
- Leadership and mentoring capabilities within technical teams.
- Excellent communication and collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams.
- Adaptable, proactive, and comfortable working in an agile environment.
Nice to Have
- Experience with Azure API Management or Kong.
- Knowledge of Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
- Basic proficiency in French or Dutch (B1).
Why Join Us
- Be part of the energy transition, building cloud-native platforms that support smarter, more sustainable energy consumption.
- Work from Brussels (Hybrid - 2 days on-site) while enjoying a flex-work / hybrid setup that values autonomy and collaboration.
- Use English (C1) as your main working language, with opportunities to leverage your French or Dutch (B1+) skills.
- Join a culture that values innovation, growth, and continuous improvement in cloud infrastructure.
Interested?
If you're passionate about Azure Cloud Engineering, automation, and continuous improvement — and thrive in a flex-work / hybrid environment — send us your CV today and take part in shaping the future of cloud operations!
