Azure Observability Engineer Build & Implementation - Ryz Labs

Remote position within Argentina & Uruguay

RYZ Labs is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Azure Monitoring & Observability Engineer to join our client’s team, focused on building and implementing enterprise-grade monitoring solutions across Azure environments.

The ideal candidate will work on a build-focused engagement, responsible for installing, configuring, and documenting Azure monitoring and observability solutions based on client-defined standards. This role requires strong hands-on experience with Azure services, a deep understanding of monitoring frameworks, and the ability to deliver high-quality, production-ready configurations and documentation.

This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in structured, delivery-focused environments and enjoys working on complex Azure architectures, including cross-subscription monitoring, incident tooling, and AI-driven observability solutions. The engagement is project-based (8–12 weeks), with a strong emphasis on execution, documentation, and knowledge transfer.

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience working with Azure, with a strong focus on monitoring and observability
• Proven experience installing and configuring Azure Monitor, Log Analytics Workspaces, and Application Insights
• Strong proficiency in KQL (Kusto Query Language) for building queries, workbooks, and alert rules
• Experience configuring Azure Lighthouse across multi-subscription and cross-tenant environments
• Hands-on experience with Azure Managed Grafana and dashboard creation
• Experience deploying infrastructure using ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform, or Azure Policy
• Proficiency in scripting using PowerShell, Azure CLI, or Python for automation tasks
• Experience working with incident management and RCA tooling within defined processes
• Strong documentation skills, with the ability to deliver clear runbooks and handoff materials
• Ability to work within defined requirements, without ownership of ongoing operations or support

Preferred Qualifications:

• Microsoft Azure certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305, AZ-900, AI-102)
• Experience working on fixed-scope or SOW-based engagements
• Familiarity with ITSM integrations such as ServiceNow or PagerDuty
• Experience with Azure Arc for hybrid or multi-cloud monitoring
• Exposure to FinOps tools and Azure Cost Management
• Experience configuring AI-driven monitoring solutions (e.g., anomaly detection, Azure AI services)

Key Responsibilities:

• Install and configure Azure Monitor, Log Analytics Workspaces, and Application Insights across multiple Azure resource types
• Configure diagnostic settings and data collection rules (DCRs) to ensure proper ingestion of logs and metrics
• Build KQL queries, Azure Monitor Workbooks,