Azure Platform Network EngineerLocation: City of London (Hybrid)Contract: 3-6 monthsRate: £680 per day (Umbrella - Inside IR35)OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Azure Platform Network Engineer to support a high-profile programme within a complex enterprise environment. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and securing Azure networking foundations to enable scalable, isolated, and secure AI and platform workloads.This is a hands-on engineering role, ideal for someone with deep expertise in Azure networking, private connectivity, and network security operating at enterprise scale.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement Azure Virtual Network (VNet) architectures, including hub-and-spoke and VNet peeringConfigure custom routing using User Defined Routes (UDRs)Design and manage private connectivity solutions, including Private Endpoints, Private Link, and Azure DNSSupport hybrid connectivity via ExpressRoute and/or site-to-site VPNsImplement and manage Azure Firewall, NSGs, and routing policiesDesign and enforce secure network isolation patterns for platform and AI workloads, including:VNet injectionSecure API Management (APIM) integrationPrivate access to Azure servicesTroubleshoot complex network, routing, and DNS issues across environmentsCollaborate with platform, security, and engineering teams to ensure alignment with security and compliance standardsProduce clear technical documentation and architecture diagramsSkills and Experience RequiredStrong hands-on exp