Azure Automation Engineer

Job Description

Job Summary We are looking for a highly experienced Cloud Automation Engineer with deep expertise in Microsoft Azure, infrastructure-as-code, and automation scripting. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of building end-to-end automation solutions for Azure Virtual Desktop environments, including provisioning, decommissioning, and self-healing workflows for non-responsive VDIs. Key Skills Required Hands-on experience with Azure Automation Runbooks, Bicep templates, and Azure Template Specs to drive scalable and consistent deployments. Strong proficiency in integrating automation workflows with ServiceNow (SNOW) using Microsoft Graph API connectors for provisioning, incident management, and lifecycle operations. Expertise in persistent and multi-session AVD environments, with the ability to design automation logic that optimizes performance and minimizes Azure API calls. Familiarity with GitHub workflows for CI/CD, Azure Key Vaults, and Disk Encryption Sets to ensure secure and compliant automation practices. The role will be expected to collaborate closely with engineering and operations teams to deliver robust, efficient, and secure automation solutions that align with business and technical requirements. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain Azure Automation Runbooks using PowerShell and hybrid workers to streamline operational tasks and improve efficiency. Implement infrastructure-as-code solutions using Bicep and Azure Template Specs to enable consistent, scalable, and repeatable deployments across environments. Integrate automation workflows with ServiceNow (SNOW) for provisioning, deprovisioning, and incident management, ensuring seamless IT service operations. Automate and manage Azure Key Vaults and Disk Encryption Sets to enforce secure provisioning and compliance with enterprise security standards. Leverage GitHub for source control, collaboration, and CI/CD pipeline automation, promoting agile development practices and version control. Support and enhance Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) automation flows, including provisioning, scaling, and monitoring in both persistent and multi-session environments. Optimize scripts and automation logic to reduce Azure API call volume, improving performance and lowering operational costs. Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to gather requirements, design solutions, and deliver robust automation capabilities aligned with business needs. Maintain comprehensive technical documentation and ensure all automation solutions adhere to security, governance, and compliance standards. Required Skills & Experience Strong experience with Azure Automation Account, Runbooks, and PowerShell scripting. Proficiency in Bicep and Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates. Experience with Azure Template Specs for standardized deployments. Knowledge of ServiceNow integration for ITSM workflows. Hands-on experience with Azure Key Vaults and Disk Encryption Sets. Proficiency with GitHub for version control and workflow automation. Understanding of Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) architecture and provisioning flows. Solid grasp of Azure fundamentals including networking, identity, and resource management. Ability to write efficient, optimized code with reduced API call overhead. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.