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Azure Cloud Engineer

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Location: Warsaw - Hybrid (minimum 3 days at the office)

What we do:
At Cognizant, we are dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses — helping them go from doing digital to being digital.In Poland, our offices are in Gdańsk, Wroclaw, and Kraków. However proposed offer is based in the Client office based in Warsaw. With the capacity to support various clients, we offer a world of opportunities for both professionals and graduates. You can expect five-star training, a chance to realize your career goals, and a range of benefits. Be Cognizant!

About the role:
As an Azure Cloud Engineer to join our cloud operations team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing, deploying, and managing cloud-based solutions on Microsoft Azure. You will work closely with our DevOps and security teams to create scalable, secure, and efficient cloud infrastructure that meets our business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, deploy, and manage Azure-based infrastructure and services
  • Monitor and maintain cloud environments to ensure optimal performance and uptime
  • Implement and manage networking components such as VNets, NSGs, VPNs, and Load Balancers
  • Configure and manage Azure Virtual Machines, App Services, and Storage Accounts
  • Automate infrastructure deployment using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like ARM, Bicep, or Terraform
  • Support and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions
  • Ensure security and compliance by managing access controls, policies, and encryption
  • Perform backup and disaster recovery planning using Azure Backup and Site Recovery
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to Azure services and resources
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, architects, and security engineers
  • Maintain documentation for cloud configurations, procedures, and best practices
  • Optimize cloud resource usage and costs using Azure Cost Management tools

Skills & Experience:

  • Proficient in deploying and managing Azure Virtual Machines, App Services, and Storage Accounts
  • Experience with Azure Networking (VNets, Subnets, NSGs, Load Balancers, VPN Gateway)
  • Hands-on with Azure Active Directory (AAD) and role-based access control (RBAC)
  • Familiarity with Azure CLI, PowerShell, and Azure Portal
  • Knowledge of Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Alerts
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform
  • Automating tasks using PowerShell scripts or Azure CLI
  • Familiarity with Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipelines and release management
  • Basic understanding of containerization (Docker) and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
  • Implementing Azure Security Center recommendations
  • Managing Azure Key Vault for secrets and certificates
  • Applying Azure Policies and Blueprints for governance
  • Understanding of network security, firewalls, and identity protection
  • Setting up monitoring, logging, and alerting for Azure resources

What we offer:

  • Competitive salary with cafeteria benefits and bonuses
  • Opportunity to be part of a rapidly expanding global organization
  • Pleasant and inspiring working atmosphere
  • Professional development and clear career path
  • Training & development opportunities
  • Private healthcare and additional life insurance
  • Employee volunteering programs and opportunities
  • Inclusion and diversity in practice
  • Employee referral program in place

For more information about Cognizant, visit https://www.cognizant.com/en-pl/

If you are looking for another opportunity and are interested in the company, do not hesitate to apply online!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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About us

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.

What we offer

  • The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
  • Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
  • The opportunity to thrive on a high-caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
  • A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
  • Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
  • True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.  

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or apply, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.

Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government-issued ID during each interview.

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