Mid Cloud Network Engineer (Azure)

Overview

The Software Engineer / Developer III is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining cloud-based and cloud-native applications with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Azure development and modernization initiatives. This role leverages mid-level expertise to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions across cloud environments while contributing to system design, application architecture, and full lifecycle development. The Software Engineer / Developer III collaborates with stakeholders to define system requirements and provides technical guidance throughout project execution.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy cloud-native applications and services within Microsoft Azure environments.
• Analyze business and system requirements and translate them into Azure-based technical solutions.
• Develop and maintain applications using modern programming languages such as C#, .NET, Java, or Python in cloud environments.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices architectures hosted in Azure App Services, Azure Functions, or containers.
• Support application modernization efforts, including migration of legacy systems to Azure cloud platforms.
• Develop and execute unit, integration, and automated tests to ensure high-quality application performance.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar tools.
• Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform to provision and manage Azure resources.
• Collaborate with DevSecOps, infrastructure, and cybersecurity teams to ensure secure and compliant cloud deployments.
• Identify and resolve application performance issues, system bottlenecks, and defects in both development and production environments.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, system specifications, and deployment procedures.
• Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and retrospectives.
• Provide guidance to junior developers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
• Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Hands-on experience developing applications in Microsoft Azure environments, including, Azure App Services, Azure Functions (serverless), Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) or container platforms, and Azure Storage and databases (Azure SQL, Cosmos DB)
• Experience with cloud-native architecture patterns, microservices, and distributed systems.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (C#, Java, Python, or JavaScript).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices using Azure DevOps or Git-based workflows.
• Working knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
• Understanding of cloud security best practices, including identity and access management (Azure AD), encryption, and secure coding standards.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases in cloud environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of experience with a Master’s degree OR 5–7 years with a Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum 2–4 years of experience developing and deploying applications in Microsoft Azure environments.
• Experience supporting cloud migration, modernization, or application development projects.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.
• Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Developer Associate) preferred.

Target Pay Range

The below listed pay range for this position is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. The final offered salary will be influenced by a host of factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at Pyramid Systems that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, to include our Employee Stock Ownership Program, FlexPTO, and learning and development opportunities.

Pyramid Min

USD $112,242.00/Yr.

Pyramid Max

USD $168,363.00/Yr.

Why Pyramid?

Pyramid Systems, Inc. is an award-winning, technology leader, driving digital transformation across federal agencies. We empower forward-thinking innovations, accelerate production-ready software, and deliver secure solutions so federal agencies can meet their mission goals. Voted a Top Workplace, both regionally (Washington, DC) and Nationally (USA) the past 2 years (2023 and 2024) based on the feedback from our employees, we are headquartered in Fairfax, VA. and have a growing national footprint. We value and promote our Flexible Workplace approach because of the positive impacts it has on work-life integration. We remain committed to ensuring every employee’s voice is heard, performance and results are recognized and rewarded, development and advancement is a focus, and diversity, equity and inclusion is a company priority. We offer competitive compensation and benefits (including a recently launched Employee Stock Ownership Plan - ESOP), a robust performance-based rewards program, and we know how to have fun! Our people and culture have endured and delivered for our clients for nearly three decades.

EEO Statement

Pyramid Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.