Senior DevOps Engineer (Azure)

Proxify; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-time payments

8-hour workdays

24 flex days/year

Remote opportunities

Career-advancing roles

No extra assessments

Job summary

Proxify is seeking a Senior Azure DevOps Engineer for a client, responsible for reliability, security, and scalability of Azure-based systems. You are growth-oriented, passionate about your work, and enjoy turning ideas into robust cloud solutions.

You will design and implement scalable infrastructure, automate provisioning with ARM/Terraform, manage CI/CD with Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions, and oversee containerized apps with AKS.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of DevOps experience with a focus on Azure.
• Strong knowledge of Azure services and architecture.
• Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, Bash).
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and AKS.
• Familiarity with IaC (ARM templates, Terraform).
• Experience with Git and Agile methodologies.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage scalable Azure infrastructure.
• Develop automation using ARM templates, Terraform, and scripting languages.
• Establish and optimise CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions.
• Implement and manage containerized apps using AKS and Docker/Kubernetes.
• Apply Infrastructure as Code principles to define resources.
• Set up monitoring and logging with Azure Monitor and Log Analytics.
• Implement security measures and best practices for Azure resources.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams.
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans for Azure systems.
• Identify performance bottlenecks and optimise resources.
• Create technical documentation for infrastructure and deployment.

Skills

Azure DevOps

CI/CD pipelines

Scripting (PowerShell, Bash)

Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

IaC (Terraform, ARM templates)

Git & Agile

Security awareness

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AKS

Terraform

ARM templates

Git

Job description

About us:

Talent has no borders. Proxify's mission is to connect top developers around the world with opportunities they deserve. So, it doesn't matter where you are; we are here to help you fast-track your independent career in the right direction.

Since our launch, Proxify's developers have successfully worked with 1200+ happy clients to build their products and growth features. 5000+ talented developers trust Proxify and its network to fulfil their dreams and objectives.

Proxify is shaped by a global network of supportive, talented developers interested in remote full-time jobs. Our Glassdoor (4.5/5) and Trustpilot (4.8/5) ratings reflect the trust developers place in us and our commitment to our members' success.

The Role:

We are looking for a Senior Azure DevOps Engineer for one of our clients who would be responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and scalability of Azure-based systems. You are a perfect candidate if you are growth-oriented, you love what you do, and you enjoy working on new ideas to develop exciting products.

What we are looking for:

• 5+ years of proven experience as a DevOps Engineer with a strong focus on Azure.
• In-depth knowledge of Azure services and architecture, including Azure VMs, Azure App Service, Azure Functions, and more.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) and automation tools.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes, AKS).
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and tools (ARM templates, Terraform).
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Located in CET timezone (+/- 3 hours), we are unable to consider applications from candidates in other time zones.

Nice‑to‑have:

• Azure certifications (e.g., Azure DevOps Engineer Expert) are a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage scalable and highly available cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using tools such as Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, Terraform, and scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) to automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration.
• Establish and optimise CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, and other relevant tools to automate software deployment.
• Implement and manage containerized applications using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and orchestrate containers using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code principles to define and manage infrastructure resources.
• Set up monitoring and logging solutions using Azure Monitor, Azure Log Analytics, and other relevant tools to ensure the health and performance of Azure resources.
• Implement security measures and best practices for Azure resources, ensuring a secure and compliant infrastructure.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to understand requirements and implement effective cloud solutions.
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans and ensure the resilience of Azure-based systems.
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks, optimise Azure resources, and implement best practices for efficiency.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for Azure infrastructure, deployment processes, and best practices.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior DevOps engineers and team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

What we offer:

• Get paid, not played

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• Predictable project hours

  Enjoy a harmonious work‑life balance with consistent 8‑hour working days with clients.

• Flex days, so you can recharge

  Enjoy up to 24 flex days off per year without losing pay, for full‑time positions found through Proxify.

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• One seamless process, multiple opportunities

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• Compensation

  Enjoy the same pay, every month with positions landed through Proxify.