Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineer

Stafford - Hybrid (typically 2 days in the office)

£50,000 - £55,000 | Permanent

VIQU have partnered with a growing technology services business looking for a Cloud Engineer to strengthen its Microsoft cloud capability. As a Cloud Engineer, you’ll combine hands-on technical expertise with opportunities to advise customers and shape Microsoft solutions. Initially focused on strengthening internal Microsoft cloud environments, the role will evolve towards customer consultancy, solution design and pre-sales, with opportunities to drive automation and support future AI adoption.

Key Responsibilities

Take technical ownership of Microsoft cloud environments, initially strengthening internal systems before expanding into customer consultancy and delivery

Advise customers on Microsoft cloud solutions, supporting discovery, technical scoping, licensing and pre-sales

Contribute to the design, implementation and improvement of Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, Intune and SharePoint solutions

Improve security and governance through vulnerability scanning, remediation and Cyber Essentials compliance

Act as the technical escalation point for complex Microsoft cloud issues

Drive automation and service improvements using Power Automate and Microsoft technologies

Produce technical documentation, review backup and disaster recovery arrangements, and upskill colleagues

Key Requirements

Strong experience as a Cloud Engineer or senior Microsoft engineer, able to independently resolve complex issues and improve environments

In-depth Microsoft 365 administration and troubleshooting skills across Intune, Entra ID, SharePoint and Exchange Online

Practical Azure administration experience, including server infrastructure and supporting networking

Experience with vulnerability scanning and remediation, using Nessus/Tenable or equivalent tools, alongside knowledge of Cyber Essentials

Sound understanding of cloud security, governance, backup and disaster recovery

MSP or multi-tenant experience preferred; candidates from complex, large-scale internal IT environments also welcomed

Confident explaining technical solutions to customers, with an interest in developing consultancy, design and pre-sales skills

Strong documentation skills and willingness to share knowledge with colleagues

Power Automate experience and Microsoft certifications such as MD-102, MS-102 or AZ-104 would be advantageous

Driving licence and flexibility to attend the office according to project requirements

Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Belle Hegarty via the VIQU website

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