SME - Microsoft Azure - IaaS, Azure Kubernetes Service
India
Job Description
SME - Microsoft Azure - IaaS, Azure Kubernetes Service
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

Job Summary

Job Description: Linux Azure Platform Engineer\\\\r\\\\nRole Overview and Key Responsibilities\\\\r\\\\nPosition Summary\\\\r\\\\nWe are seeking a skilled and motivated Linux Azure Platform Engineer to join our IT infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Linux systems administration and a strong background in deploying and managing workloads on Microsoft Azure. This role is responsible for architecting, implementing, and maintaining secure, scalable, and reliable cloud environments tailored to business needs.\\\\r\\\\nKey Responsibilities\\\\r\\\\n• Design, deploy, and manage Linux-based systems and services within Azure cloud environments.\\\\r\\\\n• Implement automation solutions using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as ARM templates, Terraform, or Ansible.\\\\r\\\\n• Monitor system performance, availability, and security using Azure-native and third-party tools.\\\\r\\\\n• Troubleshoot complex system and network issues, ensuring high availability and disaster recovery readiness.\\\\r\\\\n• Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to support application deployments and CI/CD pipelines.\\\\r\\\\n• Apply security best practices, manage access controls, and ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.\\\\r\\\\n• Document system configurations, processes, and procedures for internal knowledge sharing and audits.\\\\r\\\\n• Stay current with new Azure features, Linux distributions, and industry trends to recommend process improvements and technology upgrades.\\\\r\\\\nRequired Qualifications\\\\r\\\\n• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience.\\\\r\\\\n• 3+ years of experience in Linux systems administration (e.g., Ubuntu, CentOS, Red Hat).\\\\r\\\\n• 5+ years of experience managing cloud infrastructure, preferably Microsoft Azure.\\\\r\\\\n• Proficiency with scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell).\\\\r\\\\n• Experience with Azure services such as Virtual Machines, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Storage, and Azure Networking.\\\\r\\\\n• Knowledge of cloud security principles and best practices.\\\\r\\\\n• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.\\\\r\\\\n• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.\\\\r\\\\nPreferred Qualifications\\\\r\\\\n• c\\\\r\\\\nWork Environment & Benefits\\\\r\\\\n• Flexible work hours and remote work options.\\\\r\\\\n• Opportunities for professional development and certification.\\\\r\\\\n• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.\\\\r\\\\n• Collaborative and innovative team environment.\\\\r\\\\nHow to Apply\\\\r\\\\nInterested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience with Linux and Azure platforms.\\\\r\\\\n\\\\r\\\\n

Key Responsibilities

Design, deploy, and manage Linux-based systems and services within Azure cloud environments. • Implement automation solutions using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as ARM templates, Terraform, or Ansible. • Monitor system performance, availability, and security using Azure-native and third-party tools. • Troubleshoot complex system and network issues, ensuring high availability and disaster recovery readiness. • Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to support application deployments and CI/CD pipelines. • Apply security best practices, manage access controls, and ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. • Document system configurations, processes, and procedures for internal knowledge sharing and audits. • Stay current with new Azure features, Linux distributions, and industry trends to recommend process improvements and technology upgrades

Skill Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience. • 3+ years of experience in Linux systems administration (e.g., Ubuntu, CentOS, Red Hat). • 5+ years of experience managing cloud infrastructure, preferably Microsoft Azure. • Proficiency with scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell). • Experience with Azure services such as Virtual Machines, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Storage, and Azure Networking. • Knowledge of cloud security principles and best practices. • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Other Requirements

1. Optional But Valuable Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Hashicorp Certified: Terraform Associate
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At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 226,300 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending December 2025 totaled $14.5 billion.

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