IT Azure Technical Expert

SGS; Madrid; Híbrido; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading Testing and Certification company in Madrid seeks an IT Azure Technical Expert to manage cloud infrastructure and applications. The role involves Kubernetes and Nginx management, along with CI/CD pipeline development. Ideal candidates will have strong cloud security and scripting skills, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving. This position offers a hybrid work model and opportunities for continuous learning.

Servicios

Flexible schedule

Hybrid work model

Continuous learning opportunities

Formación

• Deep technical expertise in cloud infrastructure and system integration.
• Proven experience with CI/CD pipelines and cloud security best practices.
• Strong scripting skills (Bash, PowerShell, Python).

Responsabilidades

• Manage and optimize Kubernetes clusters for production workloads.
• Configure and maintain Nginx for traffic management.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.

Conocimientos

Kubernetes management

Advanced knowledge of Nginx

Azure DevOps

Grafana

Bash

Cloud security best practices

Educación

Certifications in Azure or Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD)

Herramientas

Spring Boot

Jenkins

ELK stack

Descripción del empleo

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over2,500 laboratories and business facilitiesacross 115 countries, supported by a team of99,500 dedicated professionalswith over 145 years of service excellence.

Job Description

As an IT Azure Technical Expert, you will play a key role within the Corporate IT organization supporting Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS – G6 technology). You will bring deep technical expertise in cloud infrastructure, backend development, and system integration to design, deploy, and maintain scalable applications on Microsoft Azure.

Your duties will include managing Kubernetes clusters, configuring Nginx for optimized traffic flow, and developing backend services using Spring Boot. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including integration, QA, and operations - in an agile environment, and provide technical guidance to vendor partners to ensure high-quality delivery of cloud-based solutions.

This role is ideal for a proactive problem-solver with strong cloud architecture skills, a passion for DevOps practices, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, international setting.

Responsabilities

• Review, manage, and optimize Kubernetes clusters for production workloads.
• Configure and maintain Nginx for load balancing, reverse proxy, and secure traffic management.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.).
• Set up monitoring, logging, and alerting tools (Grafana, etc.).
• Apply cloud security best practices, including IAM, policies, and network security.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure and deployment issues to ensure system uptime.
• Optimize cloud resources for performance and cost efficiency.
• Implement and develop integration projects using Azure functions.
• At all times, comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct

Qualifications

• Orchestration: Kubernetes administration and management.
• Web servers: Advanced knowledge of Nginx.
• CI/CD: Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar.
• Monitoring/Logging: Grafana, ELK stack (or equivalents).
• Scripting: Bash, PowerShell, or Python.
• Security & Networking: Cloud networking, firewalls, RBAC, SSL/TLS.

Nice to Have

• Certifications in Azure or Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD)
• Experience with Spring Boot / Java (J2EE framework, JBoss deployment) for smoother collaboration with development teams
• Familiarity with GIT repositories and API gateways/service meshes (Istio, Linkerd)
• Knowledge of DevSecOps, cloud cost optimization strategies, and LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems)

Additional Information

Why SGS?

• Join a globally recognized and stable company, a leader in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry.
• Enjoy a flexible schedule and a hybrid work model (50% remote).
• Access continuous learning opportunities through SGS University and Campus.
• Collaborate in a multinational environment with colleagues from various continents.

Apply Now:
At SGS, we are committed to fostering an open, friendly, and supportive culture that thrives on teamwork. We value diversity and provide endless opportunities to learn, grow your expertise, and fulfill your potential. Apply now to join our motivated and dynamic team!