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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Azure Cloud Platform Engineering Manager - **Company:** Robert Half - **Location:** Bayport, MN, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Databases, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Github, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Services, Zero Trust Network Access, Enterprise Software Applications, Cloud Platform System, DevOps Tools - Open-source, Information Technology, Devsecops - **Published:** June 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/36DB48FDA63342F8B13283C3139714C0/job/ ## About the Role * Evaluate external providers and technology partners, maintaining effective vendor relationships and supporting sound platform investment decisions. Requirements * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline; an advanced degree is preferred. * At least 3 years of experience leading a cloud platform engineering and operations team. * At least 7 years of people management experience within an enterprise IT environment. * Strong hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Azure and core cloud architecture domains, including compute, storage, networking, databases, and security. * Demonstrated experience with Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipelines, DevOps tooling, and DevSecOps methodologies. * Solid understanding of identity and access management, Zero Trust concepts, cloud security controls, and incident response practices. * Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, adapt teams to evolving business demands, and communicate technical strategy to diverse stakeholders. Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.® ## Description Description We are looking for an accomplished Azure Cloud Platform Engineering Manager to guide the vision, delivery, and day-to-day operation of a modern cloud environment. This position leads platform engineering and DevSecOps efforts that enable enterprise applications to run securely, reliably, and efficiently. The role combines people leadership, technical direction, and cross-functional partnership to strengthen cloud capabilities while supporting business priorities. Responsibilities: * Direct and develop a team of cloud engineers, platform specialists, and DevSecOps professionals, creating a high-performing environment focused on accountability and growth. * Shape the cloud platform roadmap and align architecture decisions with organizational goals, application needs, and long-term technology plans. * Lead the advancement of Azure-based infrastructure services, ensuring solutions are resilient, secure, scalable, and operationally effective. * Establish and strengthen platform engineering practices through automation, reusable deployment patterns, Infrastructure as Code, and standardized CI/CD workflows. * Oversee DevOps toolsets such as Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions to improve delivery consistency, deployment speed, and governance. * Drive operational excellence by improving monitoring, incident response, change control, observability, and overall service reliability. * Manage cloud spending through forecasting, subscription oversight, and FinOps-oriented optimization initiatives that balance cost, performance, and resource usage. * Partner with product teams, security leaders, application owners, and other IT stakeholders to translate business needs into practical platform capabilities. ## Related Videos - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [Platform Engineering vs. DevOps Why not both?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/885-platform-engineering-vs-devops-why-not-both) - [We adopted DevOps and are Cloud-native, Now What?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/485-we-adopted-devops-and-are-cloud-native-now-what) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? 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