Job Description

Job Title: Azure Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands (TNDL – Amsterdam)
Work Model: Onsite (Full-time)
Contract Duration: 6 Months
Start Date: ASAP
Experience Level: 6–8 Years
Max Rate: €70/hour

We are looking for a skilled Azure Infrastructure Engineer with strong experience in Microsoft Azure, Terraform, and Linux environments to design, implement, and manage secure, scalable cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in Azure core services, infrastructure automation, and cloud security best practices, working closely with DevOps and application teams.

Key Responsibilities

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  Design, deploy, and manage scalable, secure, and highly available Azure infrastructure
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  Monitor and optimize cloud resources for performance, reliability, and cost efficiency
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  Manage Azure networking components including:
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    Virtual Networks (VNets)
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    Network Security Groups (NSGs)
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    VPN Gateways
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    Load Balancers
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  Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform
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  Configure and manage Azure Active Directory (AAD) and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
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  Collaborate with DevOps, Security, and Application teams to support deployments
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  Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure and performance issues
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  Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions
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  Ensure adherence to cloud security best practices and compliance standards

Required Skills

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  Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure core services (VMs, Storage, Networking)
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  Proven experience with:
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    Azure Virtual Machines
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    Azure VNet & Networking
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    Azure Load Balancer
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  Hands-on experience with Terraform (Infrastructure as Code)
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  Knowledge of Azure Active Directory (AAD) and RBAC
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  Experience with monitoring tools (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics)
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  Strong understanding of networking concepts (DNS, TCP/IP, VPNs, Subnets)
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  Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions
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  Basic scripting skills ( PowerShell / Bash)
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  Experience working in Agile environments
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  Exposure to Red Hat Linux / Linux administration

Preferred Skills

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  Experience with Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines
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  Knowledge of containers (Docker, Kubernetes, AKS)
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  Familiarity with cloud security and compliance standards
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  Experience with hybrid cloud environments (On-prem + Azure)
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  Understanding of cost optimization and governance
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  Experience with Terraform modules and automation frameworks
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  Exposure to multi-cloud environments (AWS, GCP)
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  Experience with automation tools (e.g., Ansible)
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  Familiarity with ITIL processes
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  Exposure to serverless services (Azure Functions, Logic Apps)
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  Relevant Azure certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305, etc.)

Soft Skills

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  Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
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  Effective communication and collaboration skills
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  Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
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  Proactive mindset with ownership and accountability

Additional Information

• Language Requirement: English
• Status: Open
• Keywords: Azure, Terraform, Cloud Infrastructure, DevOps, Networking, Linux, RBAC, CI/CD, Azure DevOps, AKS