Platform Engineer - Azure Cloud

• Are you passionate about building scalable Azure platforms that enable development teams to deliver faster and more securely?
• Do you enjoy working with cloud infrastructure, containers, automation, platform operations, and performance optimization while solving complex technical challenges? 
• Would you like to shape and evolve a cloud platform used by multiple teams across the business?

 

As a Platform Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, operating, and improving our Azure-based infrastructure, Kubernetes clusters, and platform services. We are looking for professionals with experience in cloud infrastructure, platform engineering, systems administration, or database administration who are passionate about automation, operational excellence, and building reliable enterprise-scale environments. You will work closely with engineering teams to ensure secure, scalable, and well-governed cloud services while contributing to modernization and continuous improvement initiatives across the platform. 

Practical Information:

Location: Budapest, Hungary | Reports to: Engineering Manager - Azure | Work Arrangement: Hybrid | Visa Requirements: Valid working visa for Hungary | Language Requirements: fluent/professional level of Hungarian and English

Key Responsibilities:

 

• Design, build, and maintain Azure infrastructure, including networking, governance controls, policies, and platform services. 
• Manage and optimize cloud platforms, kubernetes clusters and business-critical services, ensuring high availability, performance, reliability, and operational excellence.
• Support and enhance Azure-based environments, including containerized workloads, platform services, and database platforms where applicable. 
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code and GitOps-based deployment processes using Terraform and ArgoCD. 
• Evolve platform standards, landing zones, automation capabilities, and self-service tooling for engineering teams. 
• Support project teams during onboarding and help resolve complex platform-related challenges. 
• Continuously improve platform performance, security, documentation, and operational processes. 

Job Requirements

We're interested in your skills, mindset, and ability to contribute to our platform engineering journey.

You'll bring:

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure cloud services, networking concepts, and platform architecture.
• Experience in cloud infrastructure, platform engineering, systems administration, or database administration within enterprise environments. 
• Good understanding of Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and modern CI/CD approaches.
• Knowledge of cloud security, governance, RBAC, and policy-driven platform management.
• A collaborative and proactive approach, with strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Nice to have:

• Experience with OpenShift.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft Defender for Cloud.
• Exposure to AWS, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).

What we offer:

• Global Company Culture: We defined our 6 core values through our company culture (https://www.softwareone.com/en/our-story/our-values) 
• Structured Onboarding: A mentor who supports your successful start and is at your side with advice and action   
• Hybrid Working Model: This role works in a hybrid setup to support collaboration and team connection, while still offering flexibility. 
• Home Office Allowance: Monthly financial support for your remote working days.
• Cafeteria Package (including SZÉP card)
• Commuting Support: If you live outside Budapest, we cover commuting costs to the office and client locations.
• Health & Wellbeing: Private Medicover health insurance and additional health fund contribution.
• Work-Life Harmony: Extra day off for your birthday and additional company-specific days off.
• Hire to Grow: Access to training opportunities and support for industry-recognized certifications.
• The Human in the Loop: Regular team events and opportunities to connect and collaborate beyond daily work.

Company description

SoftwareOne and Crayon have come together to form a global, AI-powered software and cloud solutions provider with a bold vision for the future. With a footprint in over 70 countries and a diverse team of 13,000+ professionals, we offer unparalleled opportunities for talent to grow, make an impact, and shape the future of technology. At the heart of our business is our people. We empower our teams to work across borders, innovate fearlessly, and continuously develop their skills through world-class learning and development programs. Whether you're passionate about cloud, software, data, AI, or building meaningful client relationships, you’ll find a place to thrive here. Join us and be part of a purpose-driven culture where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your career can go global.