[Remote] Azure Cloud Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Azure Cloud Engineer to join their growing technology team. In this role, you will implement and manage cloud solutions that leverage Microsoft Azure and VMware technologies, ensuring efficient, secure, and scalable cloud infrastructure for the organization.ResponsibilitiesDeploy and configure Azure Cloud VMware Solution (AVS) Standard Private Cloud environmentsImplement solution architecture blueprints, including virtual machines, Azure databases, storage technologies (Storage Accounts, SQL Server, CosmosDB), and virtual networksConfigure and manage Azure Site Recovery, Traffic Manager, Azure Automation, and ARM TemplatesSet up and maintain Azure Load Balancer, API Gateway, and Azure Active Directory (AD)Develop and manage Key Vaults, Web Apps, Function Apps, and Logic AppsEnsure adherence to ITIL processes, leveraging tools such as ServiceNowDefine, implement, and enforce governance using Azure Policy and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)Monitor and optimize costs, performance, and system alertsDesign and implement disaster recovery and business continuity strategiesMaintain and integrate on-prem systems including Active Directory, DNS, VMware, Hyper-V, firewalls, and routingSupport identity and access management solutions across hybrid environmentsUtilize and manage VMware tooling including:NSX-TVMware Aria OperationsVMware Aria AutomationVMware Aria Operations for NetworksImplement CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHubDevelop automation using PowerShell and infrastructure-as-code toolsWork with JSON templates, Terraform, and Ansible to standardize deploymentsConfigure and maintain monitoring solutions across Azure and third-party platformsApply and enforce security best practices, ensuring compliance and risk mitigationWork with SIEM tools for security monitoring and incident responseSkillsProven experience as an Azure Cloud Engineer or similar role (3–5+ years)Strong expertise in cloud computing, virtualization, and infrastructure managementExperience in cloud migrations, including use of HCXHands-on experience with Terraform and/or Bicep is highly desirableExcellent communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skillsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)Relevant Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator, Azure Solutions Architect) are preferredExposure to multi-cloud environments (AWS or Google Cloud Platform) is advantageousKnowledge of Azure analytics services such as Azure Synapse, Data Factory, and Data Lakes is a plusFamiliarity with Microsoft Partner Funding programmes (ECIF, AMPP, PIE) is beneficialAdditional certifications such as Microsoft Security Operations Analyst, Azure Virtual Desktop, or Windows 365 are advantageousCompany OverviewCushman & Wakefield is a real estate services firm that offers retail investment, energy management, and property services. It was founded in 1917, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.cushmanwakefield.com.Company H1B SponsorshipCushman & Wakefield has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2026, 3 in 2025, 6 in 2024, 2 in 2023, 6 in 2022, 1 in 2021, 2 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.