We are in search of a Lead Cloud Engineer with extensive experience in Azure migrations to join our team and spearhead large-scale infrastructure projects.
This lead role involves overseeing a major migration from an on-premises datacenter to Azure, utilizing Azure VMware Solution (AVS) and driving enhancements across our IT infrastructure. The successful candidate will be expected to not only manage the technical execution of the migration, but also ensure seamless connectivity across additional data centers and Azure regions.
If you are a seasoned troubleshooter adept at addressing complex technical challenges and maintaining high standards of performance, reliability, and security, this leadership position is ideal for you.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise the implementation and optimization of AVS-based workloads, orchestrating migration tasks using Azure Migrate and VMware tools (vMotion) to ensure minimal downtime
- Design and oversee network configurations (ExpressRoute) connecting on-premises environment to secondary cloud regions, emphasizing secure and resilient network architecture
- Deploy, monitor, and maintain essential infrastructure services including load balancing with F5, firewall configuration, storage provisioning, and SQL database connectivity
- Identify, diagnose, and lead resolution of intricate technical issues by collaborating with architects, network engineers, security teams, and other key stakeholders
- Mentor team members and contribute to the development of comprehensive documentation and best practices to foster knowledge transfer and improved operational efficiency
- Strategically refine and enhance overall solution design and deployment strategy, while consistently staying informed about the latest Azure and VMware technologies Requirements
- 5+ years of relevant work experience in cloud engineering roles
- 1+ years of relevant leadership experience
- Proven experience with large-scale datacenter-to-cloud migrations, with substantial experience using AVS, VMware, and Azure Migrate
- Deep technical acumen in network configuration (ExpressRoute), virtualization (vMotion), load balancing (F5), firewalls, storage management, and SQL database integration
- Proven ability to lead and resolve complex infrastructure challenges effectively in high-stakes project environments
- Exceptional communication and leadership skills to effectively direct and collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Advanced proficiency in English (verbal and written, B2+ level)
- Relevant certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator, VMware)
- Career plan and real growth opportunities
- Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
- International Mobility Plan within 25 countries
- Constant training, mentoring, online corporate courses, eLearning and more
- English classes with a certified teacher
- Support for employee's initiatives (Algorithms club, toastmasters, agile club and more)
- Enjoyable working environment (Gaming room, napping area, amenities, events, sport teams and more)
- Flexible work schedule and dress code
- Collaborate in a multicultural environment and share best practices from around the globe
- Hired directly by EPAM & 100% under payroll
- Law benefits (IMSS, INFONAVIT, 25% vacation bonus)
- Major medical expenses insurance: Life, Major medical expenses with dental & visual coverage (for the employee and direct family members)
- 13 % employee savings fund, capped to the law limit
- Grocery coupons
- 30 days December bonus
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 12 vacations days plus 4 floating days
- Official Mexican holidays, plus 5 extra holidays (Maundry Thursday and Friday, November 2nd, December 24th & 31st)
- Monthly non-taxable amount for the electricity and internet bills
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