Subject Matter Expert (Support&Ops)
India
Job Description
Subject Matter Expert (Support&Ops)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and manage scalable, highly available, and secure Azure cloud solutions Lead cloud infrastructure planning, architecture design, and solution deployment Administer and support Azure services such as: Virtual Machines, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), App Services Azure Storage, Azure SQL, Cosmos DB Virtual Networks, VPN Gateway, Azure Firewall, Load Balancer Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like ARM Templates, Bicep, or Terraform Automate deployment and operational tasks using PowerShell, Azure CLI, and scripting Monitor system performance using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights Troubleshoot complex production issues and provide RCA (Root Cause Analysis) Implement cloud security best practices including: Azure Security Center, Defender, IAM (RBAC), Key Vault Support DevOps practices: CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions Optimize cloud cost using Azure cost management tools Ensure high availability, disaster recovery (DR), and backup strategies Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Dev, Security, Network, DB teams) Required Skills & Experience Technical Skills Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure (5–8 years overall IT, 3+ years in Azure) Expertise in: Azure Compute, Storage, Networking Azure Active Directory & identity management Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes/AKS) Knowledge of DevOps tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub) Hands-on experience in automation & scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash) Strong understanding of: Networking concepts (DNS, VPN, Load balancing) Security frameworks and compliance standards Experience with backup, DR, and high availability architecture

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and manage scalable, highly available, and secure Azure cloud solutions Lead cloud infrastructure planning, architecture design, and solution deployment Administer and support Azure services such as: Virtual Machines, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), App Services Azure Storage, Azure SQL, Cosmos DB Virtual Networks, VPN Gateway, Azure Firewall, Load Balancer Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like ARM Templates, Bicep, or Terraform Automate deployment and operational tasks using PowerShell, Azure CLI, and scripting Monitor system performance using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights Troubleshoot complex production issues and provide RCA (Root Cause Analysis) Implement cloud security best practices including: Azure Security Center, Defender, IAM (RBAC), Key Vault Support DevOps practices: CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions Optimize cloud cost using Azure cost management tools Ensure high availability, disaster recovery (DR), and backup strategies Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Dev, Security, Network, DB teams) Required Skills & Experience Technical Skills Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure (5–8 years overall IT, 3+ years in Azure) Expertise in: Azure Compute, Storage, Networking Azure Active Directory & identity management Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes/AKS) Knowledge of DevOps tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub) Hands-on experience in automation & scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash) Strong understanding of: Networking concepts (DNS, VPN, Load balancing) Security frameworks and compliance standards Experience with backup, DR, and high availability architecture

Skill Requirements

Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and manage scalable, highly available, and secure Azure cloud solutions Lead cloud infrastructure planning, architecture design, and solution deployment Administer and support Azure services such as: Virtual Machines, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), App Services Azure Storage, Azure SQL, Cosmos DB Virtual Networks, VPN Gateway, Azure Firewall, Load Balancer Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like ARM Templates, Bicep, or Terraform Automate deployment and operational tasks using PowerShell, Azure CLI, and scripting Monitor system performance using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights Troubleshoot complex production issues and provide RCA (Root Cause Analysis) Implement cloud security best practices including: Azure Security Center, Defender, IAM (RBAC), Key Vault Support DevOps practices: CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions Optimize cloud cost using Azure cost management tools Ensure high availability, disaster recovery (DR), and backup strategies Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Dev, Security, Network, DB teams) Required Skills & Experience Technical Skills Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure (5–8 years overall IT, 3+ years in Azure) Expertise in: Azure Compute, Storage, Networking Azure Active Directory & identity management Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes/AKS) Knowledge of DevOps tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub) Hands-on experience in automation & scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash) Strong understanding of: Networking concepts (DNS, VPN, Load balancing) Security frameworks and compliance standards Experience with backup, DR, and high availability architecture

Other Requirements

Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and manage scalable, highly available, and secure Azure cloud solutions Lead cloud infrastructure planning, architecture design, and solution deployment Administer and support Azure services such as: Virtual Machines, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), App Services Azure Storage, Azure SQL, Cosmos DB Virtual Networks, VPN Gateway, Azure Firewall, Load Balancer Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like ARM Templates, Bicep, or Terraform Automate deployment and operational tasks using PowerShell, Azure CLI, and scripting Monitor system performance using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights Troubleshoot complex production issues and provide RCA (Root Cause Analysis) Implement cloud security best practices including: Azure Security Center, Defender, IAM (RBAC), Key Vault Support DevOps practices: CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions Optimize cloud cost using Azure cost management tools Ensure high availability, disaster recovery (DR), and backup strategies Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Dev, Security, Network, DB teams) Required Skills & Experience Technical Skills Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure (5–8 years overall IT, 3+ years in Azure) Expertise in: Azure Compute, Storage, Networking Azure Active Directory & identity management Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes/AKS) Knowledge of DevOps tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub) Hands-on experience in automation & scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash) Strong understanding of: Networking concepts (DNS, VPN, Load balancing) Security frameworks and compliance standards Experience with backup, DR, and high availability architecture

Information at a Glance

Why HCLTech?

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.

23 Benefits At HCLTech, we believe in empowering our employees with comprehensive benefits that support their professional growth and enhance their well-being. When you sign up for a career with us, you gain access to: https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/147eb21f/a701dca9-f32d-4fc9-9447-6.svg Industry-benchmarked compensation https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/147eb21f/b0c54381-ddcc-4a33-9b35-9.svg Best-in-class healthcare benefits https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/147eb21f/b73027be-7aae-4d36-a090-4.svg Personal time off https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/147eb21f/d5b4fdfd-2e99-4e26-9878-9.svg Maternity and paternity benefits https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/147eb21f/3d42b0fc-4652-435a-9ece-c.svg Access to skills / higher education programs/resources https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/147eb21f/aeddeaf2-9e25-4584-ad11-d.svg Discounts on products and services via Benefit Box https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/147eb21f/a9609a3b-2700-4b3c-9d90-a.svg Participate in CSR programs and live life with a purpose https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/147eb21f/c6e33851-710f-4634-bd69-f.svg Opportunities to grow and advance your career Note: The benefits listed above vary depending on the nature of your employment and the country where you work. Some benefits may be available in some countries but not in all.