Cloud Platform Engineer II

3 days ago

Grand Rapids, MI, United States UFP Industries Full time
Job Summary

UFP Industries is seeking a Cloud Platform Engineer II to support the design, planning, automation, and operational management of Azure cloud platform services and hybrid Microsoft technologies.

This role contributes to implementing best practices for Azure Landing Zones, Identity, Governance, and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), and assists with integration across Active Directory, SCCM, Intune, and other enterprise Microsoft systems.

The Cloud Platform Engineer II will work collaboratively with Development, Network, Systems, and Infrastructure teams to deliver application services, modernize platforms, and support the adoption of new Azure capabilities.

This position works under general supervision and relies on experience, judgment, and a strong desire to learn and improve in a dynamic cloud environment.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

As the Cloud Platform Engineer II, some of your essential duties and responsibilities may include:
  • Assist in building and supporting Azure Landing Zones including identity, policy/governance, management, monitoring, compute, storage, and PaaS service baselines.
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of reusable Terraform/Bicep modules and policy-as-code guardrails.
  • Work with Network and Systems Engineers to support Azure hybrid integrations such as VPN Gateway, Virtual WAN, and Azure AD Connect.
  • Implement and maintain Azure monitoring baselines using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics.
  • Support Azure governance initiatives through Azure Policy assignments and compliance tracking.
  • Assist with cost monitoring and optimization activities
  • Apply fundamental Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practices such as observability and basic automation runbooks.
  • Document Azure configurations, operating procedures, standards, and reference architectures.
  • Assist with automated provisioning workflows using Azure DevOps and related toolsets.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers and architects in developing cloud architecture and design deliverables.
  • Champion continuous improvement and participate in efforts to modernize cloud services and deployment practices.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or equivalent experience is required.
  • 2-4 years' experience in IT systems installation, operations, administration, or cloud services.
  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and Active Directory.
  • Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or similar.
  • Working knowledge of foundational cloud components including Azure IaaS/PaaS, identity and access management, networking fundamentals, governance, automation, and security.
  • Exposure to tools or concepts such as Terraform, Bicep, Azure Policy, Azure Monitor, Azure DevOps, or CI/CD workflows.
  • Basic understanding of hybrid cloud concepts such as VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute, or Azure AD Connect (deep expertise not required).
  • Ability to troubleshoot cloud and infrastructure issues using Azure tools and logs.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a willingness to learn new Azure technologies.
  • Ability to balance multiple tasks and support both projects and day-to-day operations.
  • Demonstrated ability to work within deadlines and collaborate across technical teams.
  • Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written documentation skills.
  • Ability to pass a drug test.


The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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