Senior Cloud Operations Engineer

Join our newly created team, to shape the future of cloud operation, driving innovation, security and efficiency at scale.

How you will make an impact

We are looking for an experienced Senior Cloud Operations Engineer to join our team in Gdansk (part of IT Services). This role demands a high level of technical expertise in Azure cloud infrastructure. You will be responsible for the complex troubleshooting and resolution of level 2 & 3 support incidents, leading the design and implementation of key cloud initiatives, and ensuring the reliable delivery of mission-critical service requests. You will leverage your advanced technical skills to drive innovation and efficiency within the team, while collaborating effectively with stakeholders across the organization.

 Specifically, you will:

•   Work with complex tasks related to the maintenance and support of Azure cloud infrastructure

•   Focus on Azure Virtual Machines, including deployment, configuration, automation and management

•   Work on level 2 & 3 support incidents and implementing solutions to resolve issues

•   Cooperate effectively with other members of the team and with other departments to achieve common goals

•   Create and maintain technical documentation, including runbooks, procedures, and knowledge base articles

•   Monitor health and performance of Azure resources and respond to alerts

•   Continuously learn about new Azure technologies and services and actively seek opportunities for professional development

•   Optionally participate in on-call rotations to ensure 24/7 support coverage (extra paid)

What will make you successful:

•   5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, with at least 3 years focused on Azure cloud environments

•   Deep expertise in Azure services, including Azure Compute (VMs, storage accounts, Vnets, VM lifecycle, vulnerabilities, automation, alerting, monitoring etc)

•   Proven experience managing and troubleshooting Windows Server OR Linux operating systems

•   Advanced knowledge of Azure Active Directory / Entra ID and security best practices

•   Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, Bicep, and ARM Templates

•   Strong understanding of PKI and certificate management including Azure Key Vaults

•   Proficiency in scripting languages like PowerShell and/or Python to create Runbooks

Furthermore you have: 

•   Hands on experience with on-prem Active Directory and GPOs

•   Some experience with other cloud providers (GCP or AWS)

•   Strong focus on storage accounts, identity and access management and networking

•   Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills

•   Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator and/or other associate level certificates)

•   Knowledge about ITIL or other frameworks

•   Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

What do we offer? 

At Arla, we value our IT specialists and provide a range of attractive benefits to support your personal and professional growth:

• Trainings with industry experts and a comprehensive induction program
• Financial support for ongoing education and professional development
• Flexibility in working hours and the option to work from home
• Employee Assistance Program offering legal, psychological, health, and financial consulting
• Home kit including a monitor, laptop, keyboard, mouse, headsets, and webcam
• Referral program for employees to earn rewards by recommending top talent

Welcome to Arla

Arla's Global IT team is a powerhouse of over 400+ highly skilled IT specialists across Denmark, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Poland In addition to this impressive group, we work with approximately 800 consultants who are experts in SAP, Microsoft, cloud-based solutions, and targeted business needs

But here at Arla, we're not just about making some of the world's most beloved dairy products We're about making healthy taste delicious, making mornings worth getting out of bed for, and making family dinners unforgettable Our iconic brands, such as Arla®, Castello®, and Lurpak®, are more than just products; they're an integral and natural part of modern life in over 100 countries around the globe

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