Cloud Pipeline Deployment Engineer (Expert)
About The Position
BAE Systems is seeking a highly motivated Azure Pipeline Deployment Engineer to support enterprise‑scale cloud modernization and secure software delivery initiatives. In this role, you will design, implement, and maintain automated deployment pipelines that enable rapid, reliable, and compliant delivery of mission‑critical applications. You will partner closely with development, cybersecurity, and infrastructure teams to ensure solutions meet rigorous security, performance, and operational standards. This position requires strong technical depth in Azure DevOps, CI/CD automation, and cloud‑native deployment patterns, along with the ability to operate in a fast‑paced, solutions‑focused environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree and 11 years work experience or equivalent experience.
- Experience designing and maintaining Azure, or other Cloud, DevOps pipelines (YAML and classic).
- Hands‑on experience with Azure/Cloud services, including App Services, Key Vault, Storage, Networking, and Azure Monitor.
- Strong understanding of CI/CD principles, DevSecOps practices, and automated deployment strategies.
- Proficiency with Infrastructure‑as‑Code (ARM, Bicep, Terraform).
- Experience with Git‑based version control and branching strategies.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex deployment and configuration issues across cloud environments.
- Familiarity with secure development and compliance frameworks.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative, mission‑driven environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting DoD or defense‑sector programs.
- Knowledge of containerization and orchestration (Docker, AKS).
- Experience integrating security scanning tools (SAST, DAST, dependency scanning) into pipelines.
- Familiarity with PowerShell, Bash, or Python for automation.
- Certifications such as AZ‑400, AZ‑104, or related Azure credentials
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain Azure/Cloud DevOps CI/CD pipelines supporting application deployments across development, test, and production environments.
- Implement automated build, test, and release processes using YAML pipelines, Git repositories, and Azure DevOps Services.
- Manage and optimize Azure infrastructure deployments using ARM/Bicep templates, Terraform, or similar IaC tools.
- Collaborate with development teams to integrate secure coding, automated testing, and quality gates into deployment workflows.
- Troubleshoot pipeline failures, deployment issues, and environment inconsistencies with a focus on root‑cause analysis and long‑term stability.
- Ensure compliance with BAE Systems security, configuration management, and change‑control processes.
- Support containerized workloads using Docker and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) where applicable.
- Monitor pipeline performance, implement improvements, and maintain documentation for operational continuity.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering practices.
- Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and cross‑functional partners.
Benefits
- health, dental, and vision insurance
- health savings accounts
- a 401(k) savings plan
- disability coverage
- life and accident insurance
- employee assistance program
- legal plan
- discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance
- paid time off
- paid holidays
- paid parental leave
- military leave
- bereavement leave
- applicable federal and state sick leave
- company recognition program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
