Position Overview
We are seeking a Senior Cloud & Systems Engineer (Azure / VMware) to strengthen our Infrastructure team.
The selected candidate will be responsible for managing and evolving our hybrid IT environment, combining on-premise VMware systems and Microsoft Azure cloud services.
This position requires a hands-on, technically strong engineer who ensures the stability, security, and scalability of our infrastructure while contributing to ongoing modernization and automation projects across our global sites.
NB: Relocation to the Ticino region (or nearby area) is required for this role.
Key Responsibilities
Infrastructure & Systems Management
- Deploy, monitor, and maintain on-prem and cloud infrastructure (VMware, Azure).
- Ensure reliability, performance, and security across IT systems.
- Implement best practices for administration, backup, and disaster recovery.
- Automate recurring tasks to improve operational efficiency.
Cloud Operations (Azure)
- Manage Azure resources: subscriptions, storage, virtual networks, and compute.
- Maintain hybrid connectivity (VPN, ExpressRoute) and Azure AD integration.
- Oversee identity, access, and policy management in alignment with security standards.
Security Operations (SecOps)
- Work with IT Security to harden systems and respond to incidents.
- Ensure compliance with security frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO 27001).
Collaboration & Documentation
- Partner with cross-functional teams to align IT solutions with business needs.
- Maintain clear documentation of systems, architectures, and procedures.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 4 years of experience in IT infrastructure and cloud management.
- Proven expertise in Microsoft Azure (mandatory) and VMware vSphere/vCenter.
- Solid understanding of servers, networking, Active Directory, storage, backup, and HA/DR.
- Exposure to security best practices (NIST, CIS, ISO 27001) is a plus
- Fluent in English (mandatory) – Italian is an advantage.
- Relevant certifications are a plus:
-Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
-VMware Certified Professional (VCP-DCV)
In Short
A hands-on Senior Engineer skilled in Azure and VMware, capable of managing and securing a modern hybrid infrastructure within an international industrial environment — ideally based in or near Ticino, Switzerland.
