Lead Azure Cloud Engineer

Expected, Microsoft Azure, Kubernetes, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, GitLab, GitHub, Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, PowerShell, Bash, Python

Optional, GitOps, Helm, Kustomize, Flux, Argo CD

About the project, We are looking for a seasoned Lead Azure Cloud Engineer to architect, develop, automate, and manage secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure., , Within this position, you will engage directly with Azure infrastructure, containers, DevOps pipelines, Infrastructure as Code, observability, security controls, and AI-driven cloud solutions. You will assist in converting architecture standards into functional platforms, repeatable deployment patterns, automation, and production-ready services., , You will partner closely with Cloud Architects, Platform Engineering, DevOps, Security, Networking, Data, AI, and Product teams to provide reliable Azure solutions that enable modern application delivery, containerized workloads, and AI-driven enterprise capabilities.

Your responsibilities, Architect, deploy, and manage Azure cloud infrastructure, covering subscriptions, resource groups, networking, identity, governance, security, and platform services, Develop and maintain repeatable Azure deployment patterns for applications, APIs, front-end workloads, microservices, containers, serverless services, data integrations, and AI-driven solutions, Deploy and manage Azure Kubernetes Service environments, encompassing node pools, ingress, workload identity, secrets management, autoscaling, networking, monitoring, container registry integration, and security controls, Create, sustain, and enhance Infrastructure as Code with Terraform, including reusable modules, multi-environment deployments, automated validation, and CI/CD pipeline integration, Architect and deploy CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, GitLab CI/CD, or comparable tools, Enable DevOps practices including automated builds, testing, security scanning, artifact management, environment promotion, deployment approvals, rollback strategies, and release automation, Leverage GitHub Copilot and AI-assisted engineering tools to boost productivity across scripting, IaC development, CI/CD pipeline creation, code review, troubleshooting, documentation, and automation, Deploy cloud-native solutions using Azure services including App Service, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, Event Grid, Service Bus, Storage, Key Vault, API Management, Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Azure Monitor, and Application Insights, Assist with deploying AI-driven solutions using Azure AI, Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Search, Azure Machine Learning, and related Azure AI services, Develop and integrate AI solution components based on patterns including RAG, agentic workflows, multi-agent orchestration, tool/function calling, prompt management, grounding, evaluation, and responsible AI controls, Deploy secure integration patterns using managed identities, RBAC, private endpoints, private DNS, network security groups, firewalls, and API gateways, Set up and sustain observability with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights, Container Insights, dashboards, alerts, distributed tracing, and operational runbooks, Resolve complex cloud, networking, deployment, performance, security, and production incidents, Implement DevSecOps practices including secrets management, dependency scanning, container image scanning, policy validation, secure configuration, and compliance automation, Tune Azure environments for performance, reliability, scalability, and cost efficiency, Contribute to technical standards, reusable templates, documentation, operational procedures, and platform engineering practices, Offer technical guidance, mentoring, code reviews, and engineering leadership to fellow team members, Collaborate with architects and stakeholders to convert requirements into practical, secure, and maintainable Azure implementations

Extensive hands-on experience architecting, deploying, and managing Azure cloud solutions in enterprise settings, Sound knowledge of Azure networking, identity, governance, security, monitoring, and platform services, Hands-on experience with Azure Landing Zone concepts, hub-and-spoke networking, private endpoints, private DNS, firewalls, NSGs, route tables, and workload integration patterns, Extensive hands-on experience with Azure Kubernetes Service, containers, container registries, ingress controllers, workload identity, autoscaling, monitoring, and container security, Substantial experience with Terraform or other Infrastructure as Code tools, including module development, state management, validation, and multi-environment delivery, Substantial experience with CI/CD pipelines, ideally using GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, GitLab CI/CD, or similar platforms, Solid grasp of DevOps and DevSecOps practices, including automated testing, security scanning, artifact management, release automation, and deployment governance, Experience with GitHub, pull requests, code reviews, branching strategies, and collaborative engineering workflows, Hands-on experience using GitHub Copilot or comparable AI-assisted development tools for infrastructure, automation, scripting, pipeline development, or documentation, Experience with Azure PaaS and integration services including App Service, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, API Management, Event Grid, Service Bus, Storage, Key Vault, Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, and related services, Experience deploying observability using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights, Container Insights, dashboards, alerting, and operational runbooks, Knowledge of Azure AI and Generative AI services, particularly Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Search, and AI-driven automation patterns, Working knowledge of AI architecture patterns including RAG, agentic workflows, multi-agent systems, tool/function calling, grounding, prompt management, evaluation, and responsible AI, Capacity to resolve complex technical issues spanning cloud infrastructure, networking, containers, CI/CD, security, and application integration, Strong scripting and automation abilities using PowerShell, Bash, Python, or similar languages, Capacity to operate independently, own technical delivery, and support production-grade cloud environments, Excellent communication abilities and capacity to collaborate with architects, engineers, security teams, product teams, and business stakeholders

Optional, Microsoft Azure certifications including Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Developer Associate, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Kubernetes certifications including CKA, CKAD, or CKS, Experience with production-grade AKS platforms, service mesh, GitOps, Helm, Kustomize, Flux, Argo CD, or Kubernetes policy engines, Experience with Azure AI Foundry, Semantic Kernel, LangChain, LangGraph, AutoGen, or similar AI orchestration frameworks, Experience developing or supporting RAG platforms, AI agents, multi-agent workflows, or enterprise knowledge search solutions, Experience with platform engineering, internal developer platforms, self-service cloud capabilities, paved roads, and reusable engineering templates, Experience in regulated industries with rigorous compliance, security, auditability, and governance requirements, Familiarity with SRE practices, incident response, reliability engineering, performance testing, and cost optimization

What we offer, We gather like-minded people:, •Top tech minds driving innovation in AI, cloud and digital platform modernization, •Supportive team and agile, startup-like culture, •Hybrid by design mode and opportunity to work remotely within Poland, •Chance to work abroad for up to 60 days annually, •Business-driven relocation opportunities, , We provide growth opportunities:, •Career development programs, •Thought leadership, mentoring, soft skills and well-being programs, •Certification (Anthropic, Gemini, GCP, Azure, AWS), •English classes, , We cover it all:, •Stable pay, •Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 15% discount, •Benefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers), •Referral bonuses up to $2,000, •Offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, coffee and more, •Corporate, social and well-being events, , Please, note:, •Benefits listed above are available to employees only, •We are open for working with Contractors. Terms of B2B cooperation agreements are agreed individually, •We will reach out to selected candidates exclusively

This is how we work on a project, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, DevOps

Development opportunities we offer, conferences in Poland, development budget, external training, industry-specific e-learning platforms, intracompany training, mentoring, soft skills training, space for experimenting, substantive support from technological leaders, support of IT events, technical knowledge exchange within the company

Benefits, private medical care, life insurance, flexible working time, fruits, integration events, retirement pension plan, no dress code, video games at work, coffee / tea, parking space for employees, leisure zone, employee referral program, charity initiatives

Recruitment stages, Recruiter Interview (30 min), Technical Interview (90 min), Manager Interview (60 min), Meeting with the Project Team or Client (60 min, optional), Welcome Aboard!

EPAM Systems (Poland) sp. z o.o., EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.