Backend Software Engineer (Azure Migration – Python)

Position: Backend Software Engineer (Azure Migration – Python)

Engagement Mode: Hybrid or Remote

Location: Bangalore

Exp: 7+ YOE

Position Overview We are looking for a contract Backend Software Engineer with strong Azure infrastructure and migration

experience to help optimize and migrate existing Azure VM–based backend services. The goal is to move

workloads to cost-efficient VM configurations and/or Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) where applicable. This

is a hands-on, execution-focused role with clear short-term deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess existing backend services running on Azure Virtual Machines
• Identify and execute VM right-sizing and cost optimization
• Identify and execute migration of suitable services to Kubernetes (AKS)
• Containerize Python-based backend services using Docker
• Design and execute migration plans with minimal downtime
• Set up AKS clusters, deployments, and basic CI/CD pipelines
• Configure monitoring, logging, and alerting
• Document architecture, migration steps, and operational handover

Required Skills

• 4+ years of backend engineering experience
• Strong proficiency in Python (preferred)
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure
• Azure VMs, Networking, Storage
• IAM / RBAC
• Proven experience with Azure VM optimization or migrations
• Solid experience with Docker and Kubernetes (AKS preferred)
• Good Linux and scripting knowledge
• Ability to work independently and deliver within tight timelines

Preferred (Bonus) Skills

• Infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM)
• Azure cost optimization experience
• Microservices architecture exposure
• Monitoring tools: Azure Monitor, Prometheus, Grafana