Job Title: Azure Platform Engineer
Location:Jerseycity,NJ/ Plano,TX / Charlotte,NC / Newyork,NY (Local Only)
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Client Industry: Banking
Duration: 12 -18 months Contract
About the Role
We are hiring a Azure Platform Engineer
??? Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & Automation
Expert Terraform Proficiency: Advanced experience with Terraform (HCL) for provisioning end-to-end Azure infrastructure. This includes creating reusable modules, managing remote state, and handling complex provider configurations.
CI/CD Integration: Proven ability to integrate Terraform into automated pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions) to manage the plan/apply lifecycle.
State Management & Security: Deep understanding of Terraform state locking and securing sensitive variables using Azure Key Vault.
?? Advanced Azure Networking
Enterprise Topology: Mastery in designing and implementing Hub-and-Spoke network architectures, including VNET Peering and Global VNET Peering.
Hybrid Connectivity: Hands-on experience with Azure ExpressRoute, Site-to-Site VPNs, and Azure Bastion for secure cross-premises communication.
Security & Segmentation: Expertise in Azure Firewall, Network Security Groups (NSGs), and Application Security Groups (ASGs).
Traffic Management: Proficiency in configuring Azure Application Gateway (with WAF), Load Balancers, and Private Links/Endpoints.
?? Azure Storage & Compute
Storage Services: Comprehensive knowledge of Blob Storage, Azure Files, and Disk Storage, including tiered storage strategies (Hot/Cool/Archive).
Resiliency: Implementation of storage redundancy and data protection using Azure Backup and Azure Site Recovery (ASR).
Compute Management: Expert-level management of Azure Virtual Machines, Scale Sets (VMSS), and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
? Plus: Terraform Enterprise (TFE) & Governance
Policy as Code: Experience implementing Sentinel or Open Policy Agent (OPA) within TFE to enforce compliance, security, and operational guardrails before code is applied.
Private Module Registry (PMR): Ability to manage an internal library of versioned, verified modules to ensure consistency and speed across different engineering teams.
Workspace Management: Mastery of TFE Workspaces, including VCS integration (GitHub/GitLab/Bitbucket), remote execution, and managing team-based permissions/RBAC.
Run Tasks & Notifications: Configuring TFE "Run Tasks" to integrate third-party security or cost-analysis tools into the deployment workflow.
Cost Estimation: Leveraging TFE s native cost estimation features to provide visibility into projected infrastructure spend during the plan phase.
Hourly Rate: 65$-70$ per hour
This range reflects base compensation and may vary based on location, market conditions, experience, and candidate qualifications.
Benefits:
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, (paid time, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, paid holidays annually - AS Applicable)
About Us
At Collabera, we don t just offer jobs we build careers. As a global leader in talent solutions, we provide opportunities to work with top organizations, cutting-edge technologies, and dynamic teams. Our culture thrives on innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. With continuous learning, career growth, and a people-first approach, we empower you to achieve your full potential. Join us and be part of a company that values passion, integrity, and making an impact.
Ready to Apply?
Apply now or reach out to Pritam Palai at for more information. We look forward to speaking with you!
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