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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # AI and Azure Cloud Engineer - **Company:** MIL Corporation - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $175,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Python (Programming Language), Language Modeling, Systems Development Life Cycle, Azure Data Lake, Software Engineering, Web Services, Cloud Platform System, Large Language Models, Information Technology, Legacy Systems, Databricks - **Published:** June 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/bef0e039-60c7-4472-b066-d669d630c79d ## About the Role * Minimum of 10 years of overall applicable professional experience. * Minimum of 6 years of technical experience working directly with similar cloud systems, environments, and migrations. * Proven expertise in moving legacy applications to Azure-based cloud infrastructure. * Demonstrated ability to set up cloud resources and calculate detailed cost estimates for multi-phase cloud projects. * Applied experience utilizing Large Language Models (LLMs) and artificial intelligence to improve technical processes and business solutions. * Strong capability to act as a technical leader and advisor to stakeholders. Desired Qualifications * Experience with Palantir Foundry (Highly preferred). * Knowledge of Azure Data Lake and Databricks. * Python experience. * Experience fine-tuning or training custom ML/language models. Education BA/BS degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or other relevant technical/business field. Clearance Ability to obtain a Top-Secret Clearance ## Description The MIL Corporation is seeking a highly motivated AI and Azure Cloud Engineer (Software Engineering, Senior Associate) to drive the migration of on-premises development and full SDLC environments to an Azure cloud environment for a federal agency. The ideal candidate will spearhead an initiative that aims to modernize legacy applications, act as a strategic technical advisor, and integrate AI/LLM solutions to optimize cloud workflows. This position currently requires a hybrid schedule. Schedule is subject to change based on company/contract requirements. Responsibilities * Lead the migration of legacy applications and on-premise SDLC environments to Azure-based cloud applications. * Architect, provision, and manage cloud resources across all project phases (Testing, Development, Production, etc.). * Develop and manage accurate cost estimates for cloud infrastructure, resources, and services. * Act as the primary technical advisor for the planning, architecture, and execution of cloud and AI projects. * Solution and implement AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) to make cloud processes, projects, and development workflows more effective and efficient. * Monitor, manage, and optimize Azure cloud environments and AI API services., * 2017, 2020 - 2025 Top Workplace Award, South Carolina (Greenville Business Magazine, Columbia Business Monthly, and Charleston Business Magazine) * 2025 Corporate Partnership Award, Association of Fundraising Professionals, Maryland Chapter * 2025 Moxie Award, GovCon Category * 2024 Patriot Award, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Department of Defense * 2022 Freedom Award, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Department of Defense * 2018, Above & Beyond Award, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Department of Defense If your goal is to help the federal government deploy leading technologies, improve financial management, or defend the nation in cyberspace, MIL welcomes you. 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