DevOps Engineer

Responsibilities

• Pipeline Architecture : Design, build, and maintain efficient CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, Docker, and Kubernetes. Developer Experience (DevEx ): Create and maintain tools that automate build, test, and deployment processes to make life easier for the engineering team. Environment Management : Manage Azure-hosted and Docker-based environments; ensure high availability and stability of our containerized .NET and Node.js applications. Code-to-Cloud Collaboration : Work alongside the development team to define and document "standardized" environments, bridging the gap between local development and production. Troubleshooting & Performance : Resolve issues within the deployment lifecycle and optimize application performance within the Azure ecosystem. Security First : Implement and enforce security best practices (DevSecOps) throughout the software development lifecycle. Innovation: Continuously evaluate new tools (IaC, observability, serverless) to evolve our tech stack. Qualifications, skills & abilities Qualifications: Background: Bachelor's/master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Versatile Experience : Proven experience of minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience as as a DevOps Engineer, OR as a Backend Developer (specifically .NET) with a strong secondary focus on automation and infrastructure. The Tech Stack: Strong knowledge of of .NET (C#) and Node.js, combined with hands-on experience in Azure DevOps, Docker, and Kubernetes. Cloud Proficiency : Practical experience with Microsoft Azure services and web application architecture. Scripting & Automation : Strong skills in PowerShell, Python, or Bash. Methodology : A deep understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Soft Skills : Proactive problem-solving, attention to detail, and the ability to explain complex infrastructure concepts to developers. Desired Skills Observability: Experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Grafana, Prometheus, Application Insights, or ELK. Modern Version Control: Advanced Git skills (branching strategies, hooks, etc.). Agile Mindset: Comfort working in an Agile/Scrum environment. Certifications (Preferred or Highly Regarded) Microsoft Azure Certifications Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400) (Strongly preferred) Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate (AZ-204) Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305) Cloud-Native & Containerization Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) (Linux Foundation/CNCF) Docker Certified Associate (DCA) Infrastructure as Code & DevSecOps HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) or security-focused credentials such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500) We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic and inclusive work environment. If you are excited about this opportunity and believe you have the skills and passion to succeed, we would love to hear from you.