SAP Sovereign Cloud DevOps Engineer Azure

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior DevOps Engineer, where you'll leverage your expertise in Azure to enhance cloud infrastructure and drive operational excellence. This dynamic role emphasizes collaboration and innovation, allowing you to work with cutting-edge technologies while contributing to strategic initiatives like the Operations Control Plane development. With a focus on security and automation, you will play a key role in ensuring scalable and reliable cloud solutions. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

Collaborative team environment

Health and well-being programs

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience as a DevOps Engineer focused on Azure.
• Proficient in Infrastructure as Code using Terraform or Bicep.
• Strong experience in CI/CD pipeline management.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain secure Azure infrastructure for projects.
• Develop CI/CD pipelines to automate deployments.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance application performance.

Skills

Azure Cloud Services

CI/CD Pipelines

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Terraform

Scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python)

Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Monitoring Tools (Azure Monitor, Grafana)

Security Best Practices

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Azure Certifications

Tools

Azure DevOps

GitHub Actions

Concourse

Terraform

Bicep

ARM Templates

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05.05.2025

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19.06.2025

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Job Description:

We help the world run better

At SAP, we enable you to bring out your best. Our company culture is focused on collaboration and a shared passion to help the world run better. We emphasize building a foundation for tomorrow and creating an inclusive, flexible workplace aligned with our purpose-driven and future-focused work. We offer a highly collaborative, caring team environment with a strong focus on learning, development, recognition, and various benefits.

What you’ll do

We are seeking a highly skilled Azure (Senior) DevOps Engineer to join our growing SAT team in Feltham. This role is crucial for enhancing our cloud infrastructure, ensuring secure deployments, and supporting our Operations Control Plane (OCP) and automation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Azure cloud services, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to drive operational excellence and scalability.

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable and secure Azure infrastructure to support SAT team projects.
• Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines to automate deployment and ensure high availability of services.
• Collaborate with software development teams to enhance application scalability, performance, and reliability.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
• Ensure system security and compliance with organizational standards and best practices.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement proactive solutions.
• Collaborate with the Security and Compliance Engineer to address vulnerabilities and ensure data protection within regional boundaries.
• Support OCP development efforts by providing expertise in Azure services and infrastructure management.
• Drive improvements in deployment automation, system reliability, and performance optimization.
• Document technical processes, configurations, and best practices for the SAT team knowledge base.

What you bring

• 6+ years of experience as a DevOps Engineer, with a strong focus on Azure cloud services.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
• Strong experience in designing and managing CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Concourse).
• Expertise in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
• Solid understanding of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and orchestration frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Azure Monitor, Grafana, or Prometheus.
• Familiarity with security best practices and compliance frameworks for cloud environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Note: Due to the potentially classified nature of our work, you might be required to undergo a governmental security clearance process. Details here.

Preferred Qualifications

• Azure certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Experience in managing and optimizing OCP environments.
• Familiarity with SAP4ME architecture and data processing principles.

Meet the team

The Sovereign Cloud Automation & Tooling (SAT) Team drives automation, security, and compliance for Sovereign Cloud across AWS, Azure, and OpenStack. We leverage IaC, CI/CD, and observability to develop the Operations Control Plane (OCP), which orchestrates provisioning, monitoring, and lifecycle management, integrating with SAP internal tools like SPC, CRM, and cloud automation for efficient cloud operations in UK, CAN, AUS, and upcoming regions.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to work with cutting-edge Azure technologies in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
• The chance to contribute to strategic initiatives such as OCP development and security automation.
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive compensation.
• Opportunities for career growth within our expanding SAT team.

Join us in building scalable, secure, and innovative cloud solutions for our growing business needs!

Bring out your best

SAP innovations help over four hundred thousand customers worldwide work more efficiently and use insights effectively. Known for leadership in ERP software, SAP has evolved into a leader in end-to-end business applications, cloud, analytics, and more. With over 200 million users and 100,000+ employees globally, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, emphasizing collaboration and personal development. We connect industries, people, and platforms to deliver solutions for every challenge.

We win with inclusion

SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible work models ensure everyone feels included and can perform at their best. We believe diversity strengthens us and invest in our employees to unlock their full potential. SAP is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For assistance, contact: [e-mail].

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability:

We consider all applicants without regard to age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates may undergo background verification.

Requisition ID: 420881 | Work Area: Software-Development Operations | Expected Travel: 0-10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid.