Azure DevOps Architect

Pipe Recruit; Morristown (NJ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking a hands-on Azure DevOps Architect in Morristown, NJ. The role involves leading the migration of source code and implementing CI/CD pipelines for both backend (.NET/ASP.NET) and frontend (Angular/NodeJS) applications. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in Azure DevOps and Infrastructure as Code technologies. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to drive best practices across development operations and collaborate closely with various teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Azure DevOps.
• Strong background in CI/CD pipeline design and implementation.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform.

Responsibilities

• Lead migration of source code repositories to Azure DevOps Repos.
• Design and implement CI/CD pipelines for both backend and frontend applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve build and deployment issues.

Skills

Azure DevOps

CI/CD pipeline design

Infrastructure as Code

PowerShell

Python

Terraform

Tools

Azure Repos

Docker

Azure Key Vault

Azure Monitor

Job description

Location: Morristown, NJ (Hybrid)
Experience Required: 1215 years

Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on Azure DevOps Architect to lead the source code migration and CI/CD enablement for a transformation project involving backend and frontend applications. This role will be responsible for architecting and implementing DevOps pipelines in Azure DevOps, and driving best practices across source control, build, release, and deployment processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead migration of source code repositories (with full version history and branches) to Azure DevOps Repos.
• Design and implement CI/CD pipelines for:
• .NET/ASP.NET backend applications
• Angular/NodeJS frontend apps
• Set up build agents, pipeline triggers, artifact management, approvals, and deployment gates.
• Define deployment strategies for multi-environment setups.
• Secure secrets and credentials using Azure Key Vault and pipeline variable groups.
• Troubleshoot and resolve build and deployment issues in collaboration with development and infrastructure teams.
• Provide strategic guidance on branching, code quality, automated testing, and DevOps best practices.
• Document architectural workflows and hand off to operational DevOps/IT teams.

Primary Skills

• Expertise in Azure Repos, Pipelines, Artifacts, and Boards.
• Strong experience in CI/CD pipeline design and implementation.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
• Experience with Terraform, ARM Templates, or Bicep.
• Knowledge of Ansible, Chef, or Puppet is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of Azure services (Compute, Storage, Networking, Security).
• Ability to design secure, scalable, and resilient cloud infrastructure.
• Automation & Scripting:
• Proficiency in PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
• Automation of deployment and operational tasks.
• Experience with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.

Secondary Skills

• Security & Compliance:
• Familiar with Azure security best practices, IAM, RBAC, and compliance standards.
• Networking:
• Understanding of VNETs, VPNs, ExpressRoute, NSGs.
• Database Management:
• Experience with Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, backups, and performance tuning.
• Containerization & Orchestration:
• Familiarity with Docker and AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service).
• Agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, automation, and release strategies.