Infrastructure Cloud Engineer

About The Company

At Fora, we're reimagining what the workplace can be.

We create inspiring, design-led spaces that blend hospitality, community, and wellbeing, so people can work productively, creatively, and happily.

From our first London workspace over 20 years ago, we've grown to 60+ locations across the UK, supporting 30,000+ members and partnering with trailblazing brands like Ocado, The British Fashion Council, and Pangaia.

Backed by The Office Group, Blackstone, and Brockton Capital, we're growing fast and pioneering conscious design, sustainable construction, and workspaces that empower people to work in their own unique way.

At Fora, we're not just shaping workplaces, we're shaping the future of work.

The Role

As we continue to evolve our technology landscape, we're looking for an Infrastructure Cloud Engineer to help maintain, support and strengthen the Microsoft cloud platforms that underpin our business.

This is a hands-on engineering role that sits at the intersection of cloud infrastructure, security, networking and modern workplace technologies. You'll work closely with colleagues across Infrastructure, Service Delivery and Project teams to ensure our cloud environment remains secure, resilient and ready to support future growth.

Working across Azure, Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft 365, you'll contribute to projects, service improvements and operational support that directly impact how technology enables the business.

Why This Role Matters

This role is 4 days in our HQ in London and 1 WFA

As Fora continues to grow, our cloud infrastructure needs to remain secure, scalable and dependable.

This role plays a key part in strengthening the resilience, security and performance of our Microsoft cloud environment, helping ensure colleagues can work effectively and business-critical services operate reliably. Your work will have a direct impact on how technology supports the wider business.

What You'll Be Doing Cloud Infrastructure & Platform Services

• Support and develop Microsoft Azure infrastructure services that underpin key business operations.
• Monitor, maintain and optimise cloud platforms to ensure performance, resilience and scalability.
• Manage core infrastructure resources including virtual machines, storage and backup solutions.

Security, Identity & Modern Workplace

• Support security controls, governance standards and secure configuration practices across Azure and Microsoft 365.
• Assist with identity and access management through Microsoft Entra ID.
• Contribute to vulnerability remediation, compliance initiatives and ongoing security improvements.

Service Delivery & Continuous Improvement

• Provide 2nd and 3rd line support across Azure and cloud platform technologies.
• Support cloud migrations, platform enhancements and infrastructure improvement projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve automation, operational efficiency and service quality.

Collaborate Across Technology

• Work closely with Infrastructure, Network Engineering, Service Desk and Project teams.
• Contribute to technical evaluations, implementation planning and proof-of-concept activities.
• Help translate technical challenges into practical, business-focused solutions.

Why Fora?

At Fora, we're building more than workspaces, we're creating places where people can do their best work.

Joining the team means working across a broad Microsoft cloud estate while contributing to projects and improvements that have visible business impact. You'll have the opportunity to deepen your expertise across Azure, security, networking and modern workplace technologies while helping shape the future of our technology environment.

About You

You're a technically curious problem-solver who enjoys building practical solutions and improving how technology supports the business.

You communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders and bring a collaborative, pragmatic approach to delivering secure and reliable services. You're motivated by continuous improvement and enjoy working in an environment where you'll have the opportunity to learn, contribute and make a visible impact.

Essential Experience

• Experience supporting Microsoft Azure Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) environments.
• Strong understanding of Azure infrastructure services and cloud operations.
• Experience supporting Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft 365 environments.
• Knowledge of identity and access management principles.
• Experience troubleshooting cloud infrastructure and networking issues.
• Windows Server administration experience.
• PowerShell scripting skills.
• Understanding of Azure security and governance best practices.

Desirable Experience

• Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104) certification.
• Experience working with Azure Firewall.
• Experience supporting Microsoft Intune.
• ITIL Foundation qualification.
• Experience contributing to cloud migration or platform improvement projects.

At Fora, we believe work should enhance your life - not compete with it. That's why our benefits are designed to support your wellbeing, fuel your ambitions, and give you the freedom to live and work your way.

Work Your Way

• Core working hours with flexibility- because life doesn't run 9-5
• Two weeks 'Work from Anywhere' - swap your desk for a beach, a mountain anywhere that inspires you

Time to Rest & Recharge

• 28 days' annual leave + bank holidays
• Your birthday off - celebrate you
• Buy additional annual leave to create even more time for what matters

Wellbeing & Security

• 5% matched pension scheme - supporting your future
• Life assurance for peace of mind
• Discounted gym membership to keep you feeling your best
• Health cash plan - supporting day to day medical expenses
• Mental wellbeing support - confidential in-person or online therapy sessions

Smarter, Greener Commuting

• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Season Ticket Loan to make your journey easier and more affordable

Perks That Make You Smile

• 25% off at Fora cafés - your morning coffee just got better
• 2 x volunteer days / year