Job Description
About Us:
Atmosera is full lifecycle cloud technology transformation firm, offering application and data professional services, security & compliance management, Azure operations, and technology training.
Our expertise across applications, data, and the Microsoft Azure platform allows us to accelerate innovation speed, increase operational agility, and vastly improve the return on investment in modern technology and human expertise.
Atmosera is hiring an Associate Cloud Engineer to join our Infrastructure team that’s responsible for the deployment of Azure cloud environments. The Associate Cloud Engineer plays a hands-on role in building, supporting, and optimizing Microsoft Azure environments that power reliable and secure cloud solutions.
This individual will support Azure infrastructure deployments using Infrastructure as Code, contribute to CI/CD workflows, and help troubleshoot performance, availability, and connectivity issues across development and production environments. The position emphasizes strong foundations in Azure networking, governance, and the Azure Well-Architected Framework, with opportunities to participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives. Success in this role requires curiosity, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn modern cloud engineering practices. The Associate Cloud Engineer will gain exposure to real-world cloud architectures while building the skills needed for long-term growth within a cloud-focused organization.
Key Responsibilities
Azure Cloud Engineering
Implement and manage Azure infrastructure using core Azure services (compute, storage, networking, identity).
Support Azure resource deployment following established architecture standards and best practices.
Assist with environment builds across development, test, and production subscriptions.
Monitor Azure resources and assist with troubleshooting performance, availability, and configuration issues.
Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Author and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Bicep and Terraform under guidance from senior engineers.
Deploy Azure resources via CI/CD pipelines and automated workflows.
Participate in code reviews to ensure IaC follows organizational standards and Azure best practices.
Help modularize and reuse infrastructure components where appropriate.
Azure Well-Architected Framework
Apply Azure Well‑Architected Framework principles across:
Reliability
Security
Cost Optimization
Operational Excellence
Performance Efficiency
Assist with Well‑Architected reviews and remediation tasks.
Collaborate on implementing governance, tagging, and policy standards.
Networking & Topology
Support Azure networking implementations, including:
Virtual Networks (VNets)
Subnets and IP addressing
Network Security Groups (NSGs)
User Defined Routes (UDRs)
Assist with hub‑and‑spoke and other common Azure network topologies.
Help troubleshoot connectivity issues involving VPNs, private endpoints, and service endpoints.
Understand and apply basic network security and segmentation concepts.
Collaboration & Documentation
Work closely with senior cloud engineers, DevOps, and security teams.
Document infrastructure designs, deployment steps, and operational procedures.
Participate in incident resolution, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Communicate status, risks, and blockers clearly within the team.
Required Skills & Experience
Technical Skills
Minimum 2 years’ of hands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure (IaaS and foundational PaaS services).
Working knowledge of Infrastructure as Code, specifically:
Bicep
Terraform
Understanding of Azure Well‑Architected Framework concepts.
Foundational knowledge of cloud networking, including:
VNets, subnets, routing
NSGs and firewall concepts
Experience with Git-based workflows (GitHub or Azure DevOps).
Core Competencies
Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to follow architecture guidance and engineering standards.
Willingness to learn and grow in a fast‑paced cloud environment.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Team‑oriented mindset with a focus on reliability and operational excellence.
Preferred Skills & Experience
Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ‑104) or equivalent.
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps).
Basic scripting experience (PowerShell, Bash, or Python).
Familiarity with Azure governance concepts such as management groups, RBAC, and policies.
Awareness of security best practices in cloud environments.
Perks & Benefits:
· Health, vision, dental package including options for 100% paid employee coverage
· 401k with generous matching
· Company paid Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability
· Performance-based compensation with bonus potential in addition to salary
· Employee Recognition and Reward Programs
· Community Service Leave
This is a full-time position in the United States with the ability to work from home, or from one of our many US offices if local.
Atmosera is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
