Cloud Engineer - Azure Migration

The Cloud Engineer irresponsible for the hands-on migration of on-premise virtual machines and infrastructure workloads to Microsoft Azure. This role supports migration execution, validation, troubleshooting, and post-migration stabilization under the guidance of the Technical Lead.

In addition, the role operates within a managed services environment, ensuring operational stabilityby proactively monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving incidents across infrastructure and cloud platforms.

Key Responsibilities

VM Migration Execution

· Perform hands-on migration of virtual machines from on-premise environments to Azure using Azure Migrate and related tools.

· Support migration activities including discovery, assessment, replication, testing, and cutover.

· Execute migration strategies such as rehost (lift-and-shift) and assist with replatforming where required.

· Conduct validation testing to ensure successful migration and workload functionality.

· Support post-migration stabilization and performance tuning activities.

· Troubleshoot migration-related issues across compute, storage, and networking layers.

Cloud &Infrastructure Operations

· Provision, configure, and manage Azure Virtual Machines and related infrastructure components.

· Support Windows and Linux server administration in both on-premise and cloud environments.

· Assist in configuring hybrid networking components (VPN, ExpressRoute, DNS, etc.).

· Support backup, disaster recovery, and high availability configurations.

Technical Support &Incident Management

· Resolve incidents and service requests within agreed SLA timelines under general supervision.

· Monitor systems proactively and identify issues before service impact.

· Investigate, analyse, and troubleshoot technical issues across infrastructure environments.

· Maintain accurate and timely updates in ticketing systems with resolution details.

· Escalate complex issues to senior engineers or Technical Leads where required.

Service Delivery &Process Compliance

· Ensure adherence to ITIL processes including Incident, Problem, and Change Management.

· Support change implementation and document all activities accordingly.

· Contribute to continuous service improvement initiatives and operational efficiency.

· Participate in disaster recovery testing and operational readiness activities.

Collaboration &Knowledge Sharing

· Work closely with Technical Leads ,architects, and cross-functional teams to support migration and operational activities.

· Share knowledge and document solutions for common issues.

· Support junior engineers where required and contribute to team knowledge base.

Required Skills & Qualification

· 3–5 years of experience in IT infrastructure implementation and support.

· Hands-on experience with Azure infrastructure and migration projects.

· Strong skills in:

- Azure administration (VMs, storage, networking)

- Azure Migrate

- Windows and Linux server administration

- Networking fundamentals (IP, DNS, VPN)

- PowerShell scripting (basic to intermediate)

· Experience in VM provisioning, troubleshooting, and infrastructure operations.

· Exposure to enterprise IT environments and migration projects.

Key Competencies

· Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

· Ability to work in fast-paced and high-pressure environments.

· Good communication and stakeholder interaction skills.

· Detail-oriented with strong documentation practices.

· Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to service quality.

Qualifications & Certifications

· Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).

· Preferred certifications:

- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solution Architect (Expert)

- Microsoft Certified: Azure AdministratorAssociate

· Other cloud or infrastructure certifications are advantageous.