Senior Microsoft Engineer

Crinetics is a pharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, developing much-needed therapies for people with endocrine diseases and endocrine-related tumors. We were founded by a dedicated team of scientists with the simple belief that better therapies developed from rigorous innovation can lead to better lives. Our work continues to make a real difference in the lives of patients. We have a prolific discovery engine and a robust preclinical and clinical development pipeline. We are driven by science with a patient-centric and team-oriented culture. Crinetics is known for its inclusive workplace culture. We are also a dog-friendly workplace. This is an exciting time to join Crinetics as we shape our organization into the world’s premier fully integrated endocrine company from discovery to patients. Join our team as we transform the lives of others.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Senior Microsoft Engineer to play a pivotal role in shaping and managing our core Microsoft and Azure platforms. This role is critical for providing senior-level engineering expertise needed to manage Crinetics' expanding and complex Microsoft online and Azure environment.

The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert in Microsoft's cloud ecosystem, responsible for designing, implementing, and managing robust, scalable, and secure solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of Azure infrastructure, extensive experience in modern DevOps practices, and a proven track record in utilizing advanced AI and security services.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

These may include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the design and implementation of enterprise-level solutions on Microsoft Azure and M365 platforms.
• Develop/maintain the SharePoint environment and integrations.
• Deploy, and manage core Azure services, including networking, computers, storage, and security.
• Oversee the administration and optimization of Microsoft 365 online services, with a focus on integrating and deploying solutions using Microsoft Copilot to enhance productivity and workflows. Experience with Copilot studio.
• Manage and optimize SharePoint environments, delivering solutions, migrations, and integrations with Microsoft 365.
• Utilize Microsoft Intune for mobile device management (MDM) and mobile application management (MAM).
• Implement and manage continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub.
• : Develop and maintain IaC scripts and templates using tools like Bicep and Terraform to automate infrastructure deployment and management.
• : Partner with IT Security to ensure all solutions meet security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Possess strong stakeholder management
• Possess excellent communication and presentation skills to collaborate across technical and business teams
• Provide technical guidance to other team members.

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, 8+ years IT experience, with 5+ years focused on Azure.
• Proven experience as a senior-level Azure Engineer, Solutions Architect, or similar role.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft 365 online services, including administration, security, and compliance.
• Experience with Microsoft Purview for discovery, data classification, and related securities.
• In-depth knowledge of Azure infrastructure, including networking, virtual machines, and storage.
• Strong experience with Azure integrations and App Services.
• Solid background in DevOps, CI/CD, and modern development methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code using Bicep and/or Terraform.
• Designing, configuring, and using IaaS services (like VM, Azure Kubernetes Services, networking, storage)
• Working in Azure DevOps
• Troubleshooting complex scenarios related to Application Deployment
• Project Management experience; Understanding and practical experience of Agile.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or other relevant certifications.
• Experience with enterprise governance and cost management in Azure.
• Familiarity with other cloud platforms (GCP, AWS)
• Industry Experience: Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is highly desirable.  

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical Activities: On a continuous basis, sit at desk for a long period of time; intermittently answer telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through w