Job Description
Job Title: Migration Engineer (Azure & AWS)
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled Migration Engineer with strong expertise in Azure and AWS cloud migrations to deliver infrastructure, application, and data migration projects. This role requires hands-on experience with migration tools, hybrid/cloud environments, and the ability to execute complex migrations with minimal downtime while ensuring security and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Migration Planning & Execution
Assess workloads and design migration strategies for Azure and AWS.
Execute VMware, Hyper-V, and physical server migrations to Azure or AWS using Azure Migrate, AWS Migration Hub, CloudEndure, and native tools.
Perform database migrations (SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL) to Azure SQL, AWS RDS, or Managed Instances.
Conduct Microsoft 365 migrations (Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive) and integrations with Azure AD.
Cutover & Validation
Prepare detailed migration runbooks, rollback strategies, and testing plans.
Ensure smooth cutovers with minimal business disruption.
Validate post-migration functionality, data integrity, and performance.
Collaboration & Troubleshooting
Work with architects, project managers, and stakeholders to align with cloud adoption frameworks.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical migration issues in real time.
Apply security and compliance requirements during all migration stages.
Required Skills & Experience
3–6 years of migration experience, with hands-on Azure and AWS projects.
Proficient with Azure Migrate, AWS Migration Hub, CloudEndure, ShareGate, Quest ODM, or similar tools.
Strong understanding of networking, identity management, and hybrid connectivity (VPN, ExpressRoute, Direct Connect).
Experience with IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS migration patterns.
Basic scripting/automation skills (PowerShell, Python, or Bash).
Experience in both Windows and Linux server migrations.
Preferred Qualifications
Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator / Azure Solutions Architect
AWS Certified: Solutions Architect Associate / Professional
Experience with cross-cloud DR or multi-cloud architectures.
Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation).