Senior Azure DevOps Engineer

Microsoft Azure, Azure DevOps, Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, Gitlab, Azure App Service, Microsoft SQL Server

Embark on an exciting journey by joining our team as a Senior Azure DevOps Engineer in a fully remote capacity.

In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in shaping and executing our CI/CD toolchain and services. Through close collaboration with agile teams, software engineers, and architects, your focus will be on continually enhancing our solutions to deliver optimal outcomes for our valued clients. Seize this outstanding opportunity to engage with cutting-edge technologies, leaving a substantial mark in a dynamic and high-paced work environment.

Responsibilities

Crafting, innovating, and sustaining CI/CD pipelines and tools within the Azure DevOps ecosystem
Engaging closely with development teams to comprehend their requirements and delivering tailored solutions
Collaborating with architects and other technical experts to conceptualize and execute cloud-based solutions
Ensuring the resilience, accessibility, and scalability of systems within a production setting
Swiftly identifying and resolving issues related to CI/CD pipelines and systems
Implementing robust security measures to safeguard systems against cyber threats and vulnerabilities
Documenting CI/CD systems and processes to ensure comprehensive knowledge transfer
Remaining abreast of the latest industry trends and emerging technologies
Actively participating in code reviews, offering constructive feedback to colleagues
Providing mentorship and guidance to less seasoned team members

Requirements

A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience with foundational products in the Azure Cloud Platform (AKS, Azure Databases, Virtual Networks, Function App, Webapp, etc.)
Demonstrated proficiency in designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps
Solid experience with at least one automation tool, be it Terraform, Ansible, or Azure Automation
Familiarity with Azure CLI, Azure PowerShell, or ARM for infrastructure as code
Expertise in containers and orchestration technologies, encompassing Kubernetes, Helm charts, and GitOps for seamless application deployment and scaling
Outstanding skills in Linux and Windows system administration, encompassing Bash, PowerShell (or Python)
Mastery of Gitlab, Docker, and Azure App Service for effective application deployment and management
Hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server for proficient database management and administration
Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner
Exceptional communication skills in both spoken and written English, reaching an upper-intermediate level or higher

Nice to have

Certification in Azure DevOps (AZ-400) and/or Azure Administrator (AZ-104)

Benefits

International projects with top brands
Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
Healthcare benefits
Employee financial programs
Paid time off and sick leave
Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
Global career opportunities
Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
EPAM Employee Groups
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