Azure DevOps Engineer

Uvation

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Azure DevOps Engineer with a strong background in Linux administration to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and optimizing our Azure cloud infrastructure, ensuring seamless CI/CD pipelines, and maintaining the security and efficiency of our Linux-based systems. Senior Level - L3 Required Azure Cloud Experience

Requirements

Proven experience with Azure cloud services, including VM management, networking, storage, and security.
Strong proficiency in Linux system administration, including experience with Red Hat, Ubuntu, or CentOS.
Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitLab, or similar.
Proficient in scripting languages such as Bash, PowerShell, or Python.
Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
Experience in performance tuning, monitoring, and capacity planning for cloud and Linux environments.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Strong documentation skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Azure (e.g., Azure Administrator, Azure DevOps Engineer).
Experience with cloud-native tools and services like Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions, or Logic Apps.
Experience with network security and VPN configuration in cloud environments.
Familiarity with database management in cloud environments (SQL, NoSQL).

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage Azure infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep.
Automate cloud deployments and manage resources using Azure DevOps pipelines, scripts, and other automation tools.
Monitor and optimize the performance, scalability, and cost of Azure services.
Create, maintain, and enhance CI/CD pipelines for applications and services hosted on Azure.
Collaborate with development teams to integrate code repositories, build processes, and deployment automation.
Ensure proper version control and release management practices are followed.
Manage and maintain Linux servers, ensuring high availability, security, and performance.
Perform regular system updates, patches, and configuration management using tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
Troubleshoot and resolve system-related issues, including networking, security, and application performance.
Implement and enforce security best practices for both Azure cloud services and Linux servers.
Conduct regular security assessments and audits, applying patches and updates as necessary.
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
Work closely with development, QA, and operations teams to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
Provide support for production systems, including on-call rotations as needed.
Document processes, configurations, and best practices for both Azure and Linux environments.