EW DevOps Engineer Supervising Associate (F/M/D)

EY; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

EY is seeking a hands-on DevOps Engineer to design, build and operate cloud-native platforms on Microsoft Azure. You will manage AKS workloads, implement Terraform-based infrastructure and develop Python automation to streamline operations.

The role emphasizes secure, scalable architectures, proactive monitoring and strong collaboration with cross-functional teams across globally distributed environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in DevOps, Platform Engineering, Cloud Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong practical expertise in Azure cloud platform services.
• Proven production experience with Kubernetes and AKS.
• Demonstrated experience implementing Infrastructure as Code using Terraform.
• Strong Python scripting and automation capabilities.
• Experience working in enterprise production environments with high availability and security requirements.
• Strong analytical thinking, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary and geographically distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and operate cloud-native platforms on Microsoft Azure with a focus on scalability, security, reliability and cost optimization.
• Deploy, manage and troubleshoot Kubernetes and AKS workloads in production environments.
• Implement and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, including reusable modules and multi-environment deployment patterns.
• Develop Python-based automation solutions to streamline operational processes and cloud provisioning.
• Build and enhance CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and/or GitHub Actions for automated testing and governance.
• Collaborate with architects, developers, security specialists and operations teams to improve platform stability.
• Support incident management activities, root cause analysis and continuous service improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to DevSecOps practices by integrating security controls into engineering workflows.
• Document platform standards, architecture patterns and procedures for long-term maintainability.

Skills

Azure

Kubernetes/AKS

Terraform IaC

Python automation

Azure DevOps

GitHub Actions

CI/CD pipelines

Observability tools

DevSecOps

Tools

Docker

Helm

Kustomize

Ingress Controllers

Prometheus

Grafana

Aqua Security

Defender for Containers

Trivy

Snyk

Job description

DevOps Engineer - Supervising Associate (f/m/d)

Location: Flexible / Hybrid

Experience: 5+ years

Service Line: Enterprise Technology / Platform Engineering

At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.

The Opportunity

Fueled by strategic investment in technology and innovation, our Platform Engineering team enables secure, scalable and resilient cloud platforms that power critical business services globally.

We are looking for a hands-on DevOps Engineer with strong expertise in Microsoft Azure, Kubernetes/AKS, Terraform Infrastructure as Code, and Python automation.

Your Key Responsibilities

As a DevOps Engineer, you will:

• Design, build and operate cloud-native platforms on Microsoft Azure with a focus on scalability, security, reliability and cost optimization.
• Deploy, manage and troubleshoot Kubernetes and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) workloads in production environments.
• Implement and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, including reusable modules, remote state management and multi-environment deployment patterns.
• Develop Python-based automation solutions to streamline operational processes, cloud provisioning, compliance validation and self-service capabilities.
• Build and enhance CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and/or GitHub Actions to support automated testing, deployment and governance controls.
• Collaborate with architects, developers, security specialists and operations teams to improve platform stability and service delivery.
• Support incident management activities, root cause analysis and continuous service improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to DevSecOps practices by integrating security controls, vulnerability remediation and compliance automation into engineering workflows.
• Document platform standards, architecture patterns and operational procedures to support long-term maintainability and knowledge sharing.

Skills And Attributes For Success

Microsoft Azure

• Strong hands-on experience managing Azure environments in production.
• Experience designing and operating secure web application architectures using:
  • Azure Application Gateway WAF v2
  • Azure Front Door
  • Azure Key Vault
  • Private networking and connectivity solutions
  • Strong understanding of Hub-and-Spoke network architectures, ingress and egress controls, network segmentation and secure publishing patterns.
  • Ability to troubleshoot cloud infrastructure, networking, identity and application connectivity issues.

Kubernetes / AKS

• Proven experience operating Kubernetes clusters and containerized workloads in production.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Docker
  • Helm
  • Kustomize
  • Ingress Controllers
  • Network Policies
  • Secrets Management
  • Autoscaling
  • Experience with container and Kubernetes security tooling such as Aqua Security, Microsoft Defender for Containers, Trivy, Snyk or equivalent solutions.
  • Ability to diagnose cluster, workload, networking and runtime performance issues.

Terraform Infrastructure as Code

• Extensive experience implementing Infrastructure as Code using Terraform in Azure environments.
• Experience developing reusable modules and supporting enterprise-scale deployment models.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Terraform state management
  • Remote backends
  • AzureRM provider
  • CI/CD integration
  • Governance and policy enforcement
  • Infrastructure deployment best practices

Python Automation

• Advanced scripting capabilities using Python.
• Experience building automation frameworks, integrations, reporting solutions and operational tooling.
• Familiarity with cloud APIs and infrastructure automation workflows.

CI/CD & Observability

• Experience with Azure DevOps and/or GitHub Actions.
• Knowledge of release management, deployment strategies and quality gates.
• Experience with monitoring and observability platforms such as:
  • Azure Monitor
  • Log Analytics
  • Application Insights
  • Prometheus
  • Grafana

To Qualify for the Role, You Must Have

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in DevOps, Platform Engineering, Cloud Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong practical expertise in Azure cloud platform services.
• Proven production experience with Kubernetes and AKS.
• Demonstrated experience implementing Infrastructure as Code using Terraform.
• Strong Python scripting and automation capabilities.
• Experience working in enterprise production environments with high availability and security requirements.
• Strong analytical thinking, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary and geographically distributed teams.

Ideally, You'll Also Have

• Microsoft Azure certifications such as AZ-104, AZ-305 or AZ-400.
• Kubernetes certifications such as CKA, CKAD or CKS.
• Experience working within regulated environments and implementing security hardening controls.
• Exposure to enterprise governance, risk and compliance frameworks.
• Knowledge of modern DevSecOps operating models.

What We Look For

We are looking for a pragmatic and results-oriented engineer who combines deep technical expertise with a strong ownership mindset. The ideal candidate is passionate about automation, cloud technologies and platform engineering, thrives in complex environments and can effectively bridge development and operations teams to deliver reliable, secure and scalable solutions. Practical experience and demonstrated delivery capability are essential. Certifications are valued but cannot replace hands-on expertise.

What Working At EY Offers

At EY, we are committed to helping our people achieve their potential.

We offer

• Continuous learning through technical certifications, training and development programs.
• Opportunities to work on large-scale, global cloud transformation initiatives.
• Exposure to leading-edge technologies across cloud, platform engineering and cybersecurity.
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values individuality and collaboration.
• Flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance.
• A culture built on trust, teaming and innovation.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building a career as unique as you are.

EY | Building a better working world

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