We are recruiting a Senior Platform Engineer for employment with one of our clients in Gothenburg. This is a senior, hands-on role for someone who enjoys solving complex technical problems, taking ownership of key platform areas, and driving continuous improvements across identity, security, cloud, and datacenter services.
The role suits a self-driven engineer who thrives in a technically deep environment and wants to contribute to a modern platform built on automation, Zero Trust principles, and cloud-first operations.
About the role
You will join a platform team with an important role in building a secure, cloud-driven, and globally unified IT environment. The position is part of a broader digital transformation journey, with strong focus on modern platform engineering, automation, security, and operational excellence.
Responsibilities
Act as a senior technical specialist across identity, Azure infrastructure, hybrid environments, and core datacenter services
Lead troubleshooting of complex incidents, platform issues, and performance challenges
Take ownership of configurations, lifecycle management, and long-term technical quality
Perform root cause analysis and implement sustainable technical improvements
Independently plan, prioritize, and execute work in line with platform roadmaps and operational needs
Coordinate technically with engineers, architects, and project teams
Implement and optimize Microsoft Entra ID, hybrid identity, Conditional Access, MFA, and Privileged Access Management
Support and strengthen Zero Trust architecture and modern authentication flows
Automate provisioning, configuration, and identity operations using tools such as PowerShell, Terraform, or Bicep
Build scripts, tools, and pipelines to reduce manual work and improve platform reliability
Use Azure Monitor, Defender, Sentinel, and Log Analytics to improve monitoring, visibility, and detection
Contribute to security hardening across identity, endpoints, servers, and cloud infrastructure
Ensure alignment with security and compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS benchmarks
Requirements
At least 5 years of hands-on experience in platform engineering, identity services, or cloud/infrastructure operations
Strong expertise in Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, MFA, RBAC, and hybrid identity
Solid experience troubleshooting advanced cloud or infrastructure issues
Practical hands-on experience with PowerShell, Terraform, or Bicep
Good understanding of Zero Trust principles
Experience with Azure infrastructure, monitoring, and security tooling
Ability to work independently and deliver technical solutions end-to-end
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across technical teams
Fluent in English
Nice to have
Experience from global or multi-site IT environments
Experience from security-driven platform modernization
Microsoft certifications within Identity, Azure, or Cybersecurity
Other relevant certifications such as CISSP or CCNP
Experience working in regulated or business-critical environments
Other information
Location: Gothenburg
Employment type: Permanent employment with our client
Start date: According to agreement
Language: English
Application
Please submit your CV and a short motivation describing your relevant experience within platform engineering, identity, Azure, and automation.
Epico Group is a rapidly growing IT consultancy firm that specializes in identifying, qualifying, and delivering the right IT consultants to meet the needs of the public sector, municipalities, and the business sector. Established in 2009, Epico Group is a leader in IT consulting services across the Nordics and parts of Europe. With seven business units, Epico ensures high-quality delivery across a wide range of IT consulting services.
At Epico, we are more than just an IT consultancy and recruitment agency – we are much more than a link between clients and candidates. We create long-lasting partnerships, deliver tailored consulting to both the private and public sectors, and offer unique job opportunities for candidates. We provide deep insights into both public and private markets, all to ensure the right match and maximize value for both organizations and experts.
Our clients range from scale-ups to global enterprises, and we manage deliveries in sectors such as MedTech, Energy & Utilities, Finance, Healthcare, Media & Communications, Technology, Industry, and more.
In a world where technology drives the future, we at Epico know that it is the people behind the technology who truly make a difference. We believe that the most passionate IT professionals are the ones who ensure technological progress and shape a better future for us all.
For us, it is crucial to understand both the candidate and the organization behind the project – not only on a professional level but as people.
Our consultants don’t just build systems that keep the world running – they make our lives better and more sustainable. They are the technological heroes of tomorrow, and we are incredibly proud to help them.
With offices in five countries, consultants placed in 12 countries, and a strong network of experts, we specialize in helping businesses, organizations, and institutions navigate the digital age and optimize growth.
