AVP, Azure DevOps Developer

CREA, LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CREA, LLC is seeking an AVP/Senior Azure DevOps Developer with 7+ years of experience to lead Azure engineering, DevSecOps, and full-stack development efforts. The role combines cloud operations, infrastructure automation, and Microsoft 365 integrations to modernize applications and improve reliability.

The candidate will design and operate secure Azure environments, implement CI/CD pipelines, and mentor teams within an Agile delivery model while upholding security and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 7+ years of professional experience across software development, Azure cloud engineering, DevOps, or platform operations.
• Hands-on experience deploying and supporting production workloads in Microsoft Azure.
• Strong development experience with Angular and TypeScript, together with PHP and Laravel.
• Experience creating and troubleshooting CI/CD pipelines and source-control workflows.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, Azure Bicep, or an equivalent technology.
• Experience developing and consuming REST APIs and integrating applications with identity and enterprise platforms.

Responsibilities

• Azure Cloud Engineering & Operations: Design, deploy, configure, and maintain secure, scalable Azure environments.
• DevOps, CI/CD & Infrastructure as Code: Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and/or GitHub Actions; automate provisioning with Terraform/Azure Bicep.
• Full-Stack Application Development: Develop and support backend services using PHP and Laravel; create secure REST APIs and integrations.
• Microsoft 365 Add-ins & Integrations: Develop and support Office Add-ins; integrate with Microsoft 365 and Graph API.
• Data, Database & Integration: Develop and optimize with SQL Server, Azure SQL; ensure data quality and secure connectivity.
• Security, Compliance & Reliability: Apply secure coding, least privilege, secrets management, and incident response.
• Technical Leadership & Collaboration: Provide hands-on leadership, code reviews, and architecture guidance within Agile delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Cloud engineering

DevOps

Full-stack development

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Azure cloud

Terraform

Azure Bicep

PHP

Laravel

Angular

TypeScript

REST APIs

GitHub Actions

Azure DevOps

PowerShell

Python

Docker

Kubernetes

Microsoft 365

Job description

CREA, LLC is a full-service low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) syndicator forming long-term relationships with investors and developers that cultivate success and improve lives. With over 20 years in affordable housing, CREA has raised $14.1 billion - resulting in the formation of 106K+ homes within 1,122 communities across the country. Thanks to the contribution of over 130 employees, CREA continues to look for talented and passionate individuals who are excited about opportunities to grow with us into the future.

Physical Presence: In-Office | Tue – Thu; Flexible | Mon & Fri

Open to: Indianapolis, IN, or Boston, MA

Reports to: VP, Software Development

Work Authorization: CREA does not provide employment visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship from CREA.

We are seeking an experienced AVP / Senior Azure DevOps Developer with a minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience; 10+ years is preferred. This hands‑on leadership role combines Azure engineering, DevSecOps, infrastructure automation, full-stack software development, and Microsoft 365 integration. The successful candidate will help modernize applications, strengthen cloud operations, improve reliability, and establish scalable engineering practices.

Primary Responsibilities:

Azure Cloud Engineering & Operations

• Design, deploy, configure, and maintain secure, scalable Azure environments across development, test, and production.
• Support Azure services including App Service, Functions, Virtual Machines, Storage, Key Vault, Monitor, Log Analytics, Azure SQL Database, SQL Managed Instance, and private networking.
• Implement monitoring, alerting, logging, backup, disaster recovery, reliability, and operational support practices.
• Apply cloud governance, tagging, capacity planning, cost optimization, and platform standards.

DevOps, CI/CD & Infrastructure as Code

• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and/or GitHub Actions for application and infrastructure releases.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning through Terraform and/or Azure Bicep using reusable, source‑controlled modules.
• Automate configuration, deployments, testing, approvals, rollback, and release validation using YAML, PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
• Advance DevSecOps practices by integrating code quality, dependency, secret, and security controls into delivery pipelines.

Full-Stack Application Development

• Develop and support backend applications and services using PHP and Laravel.
• Create secure REST APIs, reusable services, background jobs, and integrations with enterprise systems.
• Troubleshoot across front‑end, API, database, identity, network, and cloud hosting layers.

Microsoft 365 Add-ins & Integrations

• Develop and support Microsoft Office Add‑ins, including Outlook, Excel, and Word Add‑ins.
• Integrate applications with Microsoft 365, SharePoint Online, and Microsoft Graph API.
• Implement secure authentication using Microsoft Entra ID, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, single sign‑on, managed identities, and RBAC.
• Use Power Automate or Power Apps when appropriate for low‑code workflow and integration scenarios.

Additional Responsibilities:

Data, Database & Integration

• Develop and optimize solutions using Microsoft SQL Server, T‑SQL, Azure SQL Database, and Azure SQL Managed Instance.
• Create and maintain database objects, data access patterns, migration scripts, interfaces, and system integrations.
• Collaborate with data and reporting teams on data quality, performance, secure connectivity, and integration requirements.

Security, Compliance & Reliability

• Apply secure coding, least privilege, secrets management, encryption, network segmentation, and identity‑first design practices.
• Partner with cybersecurity and compliance teams on vulnerabilities, audit evidence, access controls, and remediation.
• Participate in incident response, root cause analysis, problem management, and continuous improvement.

Technical Leadership & Collaboration

• Provide hands‑on technical leadership, architecture guidance, code reviews, engineering standards, and mentoring.
• Work with business, engineers, vendors, and business stakeholders within Agile delivery practices.
• Produce architecture diagrams, technical specifications, deployment runbooks, operating procedures, and troubleshooting guides.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience across software development, Azure cloud engineering, DevOps, or platform operations.
• Hands‑on experience deploying and supporting production workloads in Microsoft Azure.
• Strong development experience with Angular and TypeScript, together with PHP and Laravel.
• Practical experience creating and troubleshooting CI/CD pipelines and source‑control workflows.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, Azure Bicep, or an equivalent technology.
• Experience developing and consuming REST APIs and integrating applications with identity and enterprise platforms.
• Working knowledge of SQL Server, T‑SQL, and Azure database services.
• Proficiency with at least one automation language such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
• Demonstrated technical leadership, troubleshooting, documentation, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Preferred:

• 10+ years of relevant professional experience across software development, Azure cloud engineering, DevOps, or platform operations.
• Experience developing Microsoft Office Add‑ins for Outlook, Excel, or Word.
• Experience with Microsoft Graph API, SharePoint Online, Entra ID application registrations, and single sign‑on.
• Experience with Docker and container‑based delivery; exposure to Azure Kubernetes Service is beneficial.
• Experience with Power Platform, Azure API Management, Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, or Azure AI services.
• Experience modernizing on‑premises applications and databases for Azure.
• Experience in regulated or audit‑focused environments.
• Microsoft certifications such as AZ‑104, AZ‑204, AZ‑305, or AZ‑400.

Core Competencies:

• Cloud: Azure App Service, Functions, VMs, Storage, Key Vault, Monitor, Log Analytics, networking
• DevOps: Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Git, YAML, release automation, testing, approvals, rollback
• Infrastructure as Code: Azure Bicep, reusable modules and environment configuration
• Automation: PowerShell, Bash, Python; Power Automate and Power Apps beneficial

Our Values:

• We work as a family, investing in each other, worthy causes, and the communities we serve.
• We have integrity in all that we do; we embrace differences and treat others with kindness and respect.
• We believe that, with teamwork, we can accomplish anything and pursue inventive solutions for our clients.

Compensation

Compensation for this position is determined based on factors such as education, qualifications, relevant experience, and geographic location.