Azure-devops-engineer

Aptdata Solutions Inc.; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptdata Solutions Inc. is seeking an experienced Azure DevOps Engineer to manage and optimize Azure cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of expertise in implementing DevOps practices and deep knowledge of Azure services.

You will design and maintain scalable Azure environments, automate pipelines, and ensure high availability and security. Strong skills in CI/CD and containerization are required, along with effective communication and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Azure cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices.
• Experience with Azure services like Virtual Machines and Azure SQL Database.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage scalable Azure environments.
• Implement Azure security practices and manage CI/CD pipelines.
• Optimize resource usage and troubleshoot deployment issues.

Skills

Azure cloud management

CI/CD implementation

Automation

Infrastructure management

Containerization (Docker, AKS)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Azure DevOps

Terraform

Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)

Azure Monitor

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Azure DevOps Engineer with 8+ years of expertise in managing Azure cloud infrastructure and implementing DevOps practices. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of Azure services combined with strong skills in CI/CD, automation, and infrastructure management. This role is crucial for optimizing cloud environments and enhancing the deployment pipeline, ensuring high availability, security, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage scalable, secure, and high-availability Azure environments.
• Utilize Azure services such as Virtual Machines, App Services, Azure SQL Database, and Azure Functions.
• Implement and manage Azure security practices, including Azure Active Directory, Network Security Groups, and encryption.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps services, including Azure Pipelines and Azure Repos.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, Terraform, or similar IaC tools.
• Manage and optimize containerized applications with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Azure Container Instances.
• Monitor Azure resources using Azure Monitor and implement logging and alerting solutions.
• Analyze performance and cost metrics to optimize resource usage and minimize costs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cloud infrastructure and deployments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in Azure cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices.
• Extensive experience with core Azure services, including Virtual Machines, App Services, Azure SQL Database, and Azure Functions.
• Proficiency in CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or GitLab CI, with a focus on Azure integration.
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools such as Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates or Terraform.
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as AKS.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python for automation tasks.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools like Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, or Application Insights.
• Strong understanding of security practices in Azure, including network security and access management.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex Azure environments.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.