DevOps Engineer

JENOPTIK; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

JENOPTIK is seeking a versatile DevOps Engineer to help build and operate modern web applications. You will design efficient CI/CD pipelines, create DevEx automation tools, and manage Azure/Docker environments for .NET and Node.js apps. The role emphasizes security, reliability, and scalable deployment practices.

You will bridge local development with production environments, troubleshoot deployment issues, and continuously evolve the tech stack with new tools and observability capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5–8 years of DevOps/Backend experience with CI/CD and automation.
• Strong knowledge of .NET (C#) and Node.js, with Azure DevOps, Docker and Kubernetes.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Create tools to automate build, test, and deployment for DevEx.
• Manage Azure-hosted and Docker environments for .NET and Node.js apps.
• Document standardized environments bridging local development and production.
• Troubleshoot deployment issues and optimize performance in Azure.
• Implement DevSecOps practices across the SDLC.
• Continuously evaluate new tools (IaC, observability, serverless) to evolve stack.

Skills

Azure DevOps

Docker

Kubernetes

.NET (C#)

Node.js

CI/CD

Scripting

SDLC

DevSecOps

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Grafana

Prometheus

Application Insights

ELK

Git

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking a versatile DevOps Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of our modern web applications. Whether you come from a heavy infrastructure background or are a backend developer who has mastered CI/CD and containerization, we want your expertise. You will be responsible for managing build and release pipelines, architecting custom application environments, and championing a "DevOps culture" where developers have the tools they need to deploy with confidence.

Responsibilities:

1. Pipeline Architecture: Design, build, and maintain efficient CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, Docker, and Kubernetes.
2. Developer Experience (DevEx): Create and maintain tools that automate build, test, and deployment processes to make life easier for the engineering team.
3. Environment Management: Manage Azure-hosted and Docker-based environments; ensure high availability and stability of our containerized .NET and Node.js applications.
4. Code-to-Cloud Collaboration: Work alongside the development team to define and document "standardized" environments, bridging the gap between local development and production.
5. Troubleshooting & Performance: Resolve issues within the deployment lifecycle and optimize application performance within the Azure ecosystem.
6. Security First: Implement and enforce security best practices (DevSecOps) throughout the software development lifecycle.
7. Innovation: Continuously evaluate new tools (IaC, observability, serverless) to evolve our tech stack.

Qualifications, skills & abilities

Qualifications:

1. Background: Bachelor's/master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
2. 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.
3. The Tech Stack: Strong knowledge of of .NET (C#) and Node.js, combined with hands‑on experience in Azure DevOps, Docker, and Kubernetes.
4. Cloud Proficiency: Practical experience with Microsoft Azure services and web application architecture.
5. Scripting & Automation: Strong skills in PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
6. Methodology: A deep understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
7. Soft Skills: Proactive problem-solving, attention to detail, and the ability to explain complex infrastructure concepts to developers.
8. 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.