Azure Cloud Engineer (AVD) - Software Solution - Fully remoteDaily rate: £250 - £350Duration: 6 monthsStart: ASAPMy client is looking for a freelance Cloud Operations Engineer to support our growing infrastructure and application deployment needs within Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidates will have strong hands-on experience with Azure services, a solid understanding of operational best practices, and familiarity with .NET desktop application environments. Prior experience with Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) is a must.Key Responsibilities:Support and maintain cloud-based infrastructure and services primarily in Microsoft Azure.Implement and manage cloud environments to support .NET desktop application development and deployment.Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimise cloud operations for performance, security, and cost-efficiency.Support and enhance Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments (preferred but not mandatory).Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, QA, and project managers in an Agile/SCRUM environment.Assist in automating operational processes and deploying updates through CI/CD pipelines.Document configurations, processes, and runbooks to support ongoing operations and knowledge sharing.Requirements:3-5 years of experience in cloud operations, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure.Expert-level domain knowledge of Azure (resource management, networking, identity, monitoring, automation).Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) experience strongly preferred.Fam