Senior DevOps Engineer

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled DevOps Engineer with expertise in Microsoft Azure to join our engineering team. This role will be responsible for designing, building, implementing, and maintaining our cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and automation processes that serve our clients. The DevOps Engineer will have deep technical knowledge of Azure services and experience in managing complex deployments and environments.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Azure Infrastructure Management:

• Design, deploy, and manage scalable and secure cloud infrastructure using Azure services.
• Automate the provisioning and configuration of Azure resources using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates.
• Monitor, manage, and optimize the performance, availability, and cost-efficiency of Azure resources.
• Enable DevOps tools such as Gitlab, GitHub, SonarQube, Fortify/Veracode, Vault.
• Configure and work with operations tools (e.g., Splunk, Datadog).
• Work with automation tools (e.g., Jenkins).
• Manage databases, including design, creation, manipulation, and query.
• Utilize enterprise tools as well as messaging queues (e.g., RabbitMQ).

CI/CD Pipeline Development:

• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or other CI/CD tools to automate the container creation and deployment process.
• Ensure seamless integration of code changes by automating testing, building, and deployment processes.
• Implement strategies for zero-downtime deployments and rollbacks.

Automation & Scripting:

• Develop and maintain automation scripts and tools using PowerShell, Python, or other scripting languages to streamline operations and reduce manual effort.
• Automate routine tasks, such as system updates, backups, and monitoring setups.
• Create automated workflows for infrastructure provisioning, application deployment, and configuration management.

Security & Compliance:

• Implement and manage security best practices, including identity and access management, network security, and data protection within the Azure environment.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements such as GDPR, HIPAA, or SOC 2.
• Regularly perform security audits and vulnerability assessments.

Monitoring & Troubleshooting:

• Set up and manage monitoring and alerting solutions using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and other relevant tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to infrastructure, deployments, and system performance.
• Analyze system logs and performance metrics to proactively identify and address potential issues.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Work closely with software development teams to ensure that applications are designed for scale, security, and high availability in the Azure environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including QA, security, and operations, to deliver reliable and efficient services.
• Participate in agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives, providing technical guidance and support.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in Azure services, DevOps tools, and industry best practices.
• Continuously evaluate and implement new technologies and processes to improve the efficiency and reliability of the DevOps pipeline.
• Demonstrate a desire to keep learning, maintain own skillset, and stay up to date.
• Manage and analyze existing processes to identify automation opportunities across multiple platforms and technologies.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior DevOps engineers and team members.

Disaster Recovery & Backup:

• Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans and backup strategies to ensure business continuity.
• Regularly test disaster recovery procedures and ensure reliable and efficient backup processes.

Authorities:

• This position will have access to all client test and production environments including webservers and database servers.

Job Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of experience in DevOps engineering, with a focus on cloud environments.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, including deployment, management, and optimization of Azure resources.
• Proven experience in building and managing CI/CD pipelines, particularly using Azure DevOps.

Technical Skills:

• Deep understanding of Azure services, including but not limited to Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions, Azure DevOps, and Azure Active Directory.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, ARM templates, or Azure CLI.
• Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker, Podman, and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of networking concepts, including VNet, VPN, load balancers, and firewall configurations in Azure.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools such as Azure Monitor, Prometheus, Grafana, or similar.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Azure certification(s) such as Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Experience with other cloud platforms like AWS or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Knowledge of security best practices and experience with security compliance in the cloud.
• Familiarity with database services and management in Azure, such as Azure SQL Database, Cosmos DB, or Azure Database for MySQL/PostgreSQL.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools like Jira.

Other Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead projects from inception to completion.
• Adaptability to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Physical demands as required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.