Hosting Services Sr Cloud Engineer

The Sr. Cloud Engineer reports to the Manager of Infrastructure Services.  We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated senior level Cloud Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Microsoft Azure, including PaaS and IaaS, and a strong understanding of Azure security best practices.  Proficiency in creating and managing ARM and Bicep templates and supporting DevOps teams is essential.  This role will involve designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-based solutions to meet our business needs. 

• Design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and reliable cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using ARM and Bicep templates.
• Develop skillset across three domains (Infrastructure, Containers, and Networking) to better support the client.
• Ensure adherence to Azure security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to support CI/CD pipelines and automation processes.
• Monitor and optimize cloud resources for performance, cost, and scalability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cloud infrastructure and services.
• Implement and manage Azure PaaS and IaaS solution, including on-premises server, storage, and database systems, among others.
• Independently and collaboratively lead client engagement workstreams focused on project, improvement, optimization, and transformation of processes.
• Communicate effectively and appropriately with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Participate in weekly rotating 24/7 on-call support schedule with other team members.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Essential Duty and Responsibility (the “Essential Duties”) satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the Essential Duties.  If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Education and Experience: 

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years professional experience with multiple cloud platforms and technologies, including PaaS and IaaS.
• Ability to provide technical guidance and support to DevOps teams.
• Extensive experience with ARM/Bicep templates and Azure security best practices.
• Experience with distributed computing, complex architecture design, leading large-scale projects, and mentoring junior team members.
• Familiarity with managed Kubernetes services like Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Azure Container Apps.
• Skilled in creating and managing Azure hub and spoke networks, using Network Virtual Appliances (NVAs), Route Tables (UDRs), applying Network Security Groups (NSGs), and ExpressRoute circuits.
• Proven experience with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework and Azure Well-Architected Framework.
• Managing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates through Azure DevOps (or similar toolset), including use of Git, work items, branching, pull requests, and pipelines.
• Experience with monitoring, optimizing cloud resources, and creating custom Azure Policies.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in AI/Data-related project support with DevOps teams.
• Demonstrated experience with Security and IT Governance, including federated Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, including MFA, as well as Cloud Access Security Broker tools, to govern secure access to resources.
• Familiarity with other Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Ansible.
• Other public cloud experience (AWS, Google, etc.).
• Azure VMware Solution (AVS) experience.
• Professional services industry experience – legal, financial, accounting, consulting, etc.

Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and good judgement
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer