Azure Cloud System Engineer (AKS)

About the role

Avanza Solutions, a global digital transformation partner founded in 2000, is hiring an Azure Cloud System Engineer focused on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). The role is a contract, on-site position in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, working closely with local and regional stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Design, implement and manage Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) environments to support scalable, secure and reliable applications.
• Configure and maintain Kubernetes clusters, monitor system performance and manage deployments.
• Ensure high availability and security of cloud infrastructure.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to automate workflows, troubleshoot issues and optimise resource use.

Required profile

• Experience architecting and implementing Azure cloud and AKS-based solutions.
• Strong systems engineering and design skills.
• A relevant bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field; industry certifications such as Microsoft Azure Administrator or Azure DevOps Engineer are beneficial.
• Ability to communicate, collaborate and document, and to work in cross-functional teams.

Required skills

• System administration: Kubernetes clusters, containers, networking, security and monitoring in the cloud.
• Troubleshooting and technical support in production and non-production environments.
• Hands-on experience with Azure services (Azure DevOps, Azure Monitor, Azure Storage), infrastructure as code tools (ARM, Bicep, Terraform) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Scripting or programming (PowerShell, Bash, Python) and familiarity with Linux and Windows servers.