Cloud Network Engineer

Cloud Network Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Network Engineer to design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud network infrastructures. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Microsoft Azure (preferred) and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) networking services, with hands-on experience in designing hybrid cloud connectivity, implementing network security, and automating cloud network operations. This role requires close collaboration with Cloud Architects, DevOps, Security, and Infrastructure teams to ensure reliable and optimized cloud networking solutions.

Experience

• 5–9 years of hands-on experience in Network Engineering or Cloud Infrastructure.
• Experience designing and managing enterprise cloud networking solutions.
• Strong understanding of hybrid cloud networking and cloud connectivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage secure, scalable, and highly available cloud network architectures.
• Configure and administer cloud networking services including Virtual Networks (VNet/VPC), subnets, route tables, DNS, load balancers, NAT gateways, and IP addressing.
• Implement secure connectivity between on-premises and cloud environments using VPNs, ExpressRoute, Cloud Interconnect, or equivalent technologies.
• Configure and manage network security controls including Firewalls, Network Security Groups (NSGs), Access Control Lists (ACLs), Web Application Firewalls (WAF), and DDoS protection.
• Monitor cloud network performance, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and ensure optimal availability and reliability.
• Analyze network performance and recommend improvements for latency, throughput, scalability, and cost optimization.
• Automate network provisioning, configuration, and operational tasks using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools and scripting.
• Collaborate with Cloud Architects, DevOps, Security, and Infrastructure teams to design and implement networking solutions aligned with business requirements.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for network architecture, configurations, operational procedures, and disaster recovery plans.
• Support cloud network operations, including upgrades, patching, configuration management, and incident resolution.
• Design and implement resilient network architectures that support business continuity and disaster recovery objectives.

Required Technical Skills

Cloud Platforms

• Microsoft Azure (Preferred)
• Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Cloud Networking

• Azure Virtual Network (VNet)
• Google Cloud VPC
• VPN Gateway
• Azure ExpressRoute / Cloud Interconnect
• DNS
• Load Balancers
• NAT Gateway
• Route Tables
• Private Endpoints
• Network Peering
• Hybrid Cloud Connectivity

Network Security

• Azure Firewall / Cloud Firewalls
• Network Security Groups (NSG)
• Access Control Lists (ACL)
• Web Application Firewall (WAF)
• DDoS Protection
• VPN Security
• Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Automation & Infrastructure as Code

• Terraform
• Python
• Bash
• PowerShell (preferred)

Monitoring & Operations

• Azure Monitor
• Network Watcher
• Cloud Monitoring
• Logging & Diagnostics
• Performance Monitoring
• Incident & Problem Management

Networking Fundamentals

• TCP/IP
• Routing & Switching
• BGP
• VLANs
• CIDR
• DNS
• DHCP
• SSL/TLS
• Network Troubleshooting

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700).
• Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) or Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305) is an advantage.
• Google Professional Cloud Network Engineer certification is preferred.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and automation frameworks.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD integration.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.