Remote, Senior Azure Engineer – Full Time (Candidates must be located in EST/CST Time Zone)

Job Summary

Taras Technology LLC is seeking a Remote Senior Azure Engineer (Full‑Time) for candidates located in the EST or CST time zones. This role involves end‑to‑end Azure cloud administration, optimization, and support with a salary of $42,901.63 per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and maintain Azure cloud resources, including virtual machines, storage accounts, databases, and networking components.
• Design, configure, and deploy applications in Azure, ensuring optimal performance and cost efficiency.
• Adjust cloud service sizing and subscription levels based on compute, storage, database, and network utilization metrics.
• Collaborate with enterprise, infrastructure, and application teams to align cloud solutions with business requirements.
• Implement security best practices, manage access controls, and conduct regular compliance audits.
• Troubleshoot and resolve incidents, providing timely support and root‑cause analysis.
• Document architecture, processes, and standard operating procedures for Azure environments.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 13 years of professional IT experience, with at least 5 years focused on Microsoft Azure.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Azure IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS services.
• Proficiency in PowerShell, Azure CLI, ARM templates, and Infrastructure as Code tools.
• Deep understanding of cloud networking, storage, and database services.
• Experience with performance tuning, cost optimization, and capacity planning.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Must reside in the EST or CST time zone (U.S. based).

Preferred Skills

• Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-104, AZ-303/304, AZ-500).
• Knowledge of DevOps pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, AKS) and serverless architectures.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual salary: $42,901.63. Competitive benefits package includes health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time zones are eligible for this remote position?

Candidates must be located in the Eastern Standard Time (EST) or Central Standard Time (CST) zones in the United States.

How much experience is required for this Senior Azure Engineer role?

A minimum of 13 years of overall IT experience, with at least 5 years dedicated to Microsoft Azure, is required.

What is the annual salary for this position?

The role offers a fixed annual salary of $42,901.63.