Azure DevOps Engineer

Azure DevOps Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Azure DevOps Engineer to manage and optimize our cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, version control, and platform automation. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient deployments, security compliance, and operational reliability. This role requires collaboration with development, QA, and DevOps teams to enhance software delivery and infrastructure management.

Key Responsibilities

• Infrastructure Management
• Design and manage Azure-based infrastructure for scalable and resilient applications.
• Implement and manage Azure Container Apps to support microservices-based architecture.
• CI/CD Pipelines
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions or equivalent tools.
• Automate deployment workflows to ensure quick and reliable application delivery.
• Version Control and Collaboration
• Manage GitHub repositories, branching strategies, and pull request workflows.
• Ensure repository compliance and enforce best practices for source control.
• Platform Automation
• Develop scripts and tooling to automate repetitive tasks and improve efficiency.
• Use Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Bicep for resource provisioning.

Job Description

Set up monitoring and alerting for platform reliability using Azure Monitor and Application Insights. Analyze performance metrics and implement optimizations for cost and efficiency improvements. Collaboration and Support Work closely with development, DevOps, and QA teams to streamline deployment processes. Troubleshoot and resolve issues in production and non-production environments. GitHub Management Manage GitHub repositories, including permissions, branch policies, and pull request workflows. Implement GitHub Actions for automated testing, builds, and deployments. Enforce security compliance through GitHub Advanced Security features (e.g., secret scanning, Dependabot). Design and implement branching strategies to support collaborative software development. Maintain GitHub templates for issues, pull requests, and contributing guidelines. Monitor repository usage, optimize workflows, and ensure scalability of GitHub services. Operational Support Maintain pipeline health and resolve incidents related to deployment and infrastructure. Address defects, validate certificates, and ensure platform consistency. Resolve issues with offline services, manage private runners, and apply security patches. Monitor page performance using tools like Lighthouse. Manage server maintenance, repository infrastructure, and access control. Pipeline Development Develop reusable workflows for builds, deployments, SonarQube integrations, Jira integrations, release notes, notifications, and reporting. Implement branching and versioning management strategies. Identify pipeline failures and develop automated recovery mechanisms. Customize configurations for various projects (Mobile, Leapfrog, AEM/Hybris). Pipeline Health Maintenance Incident Triage: Quickly identify, assess, and resolve incidents affecting the pipeline, ensuring minimal disruption to development workflows. Defect Resolution: Diagnose and fix defects in CI/CD processes, improving reliability and efficiency. Platform Consistency: Maintain uniformity and stability across different environments to ensure seamless deployments. Certificate Validation Issues: Monitor and address SSL/TLS certificate expiration and misconfigurations to avoid service disruptions. Testing Integration Implement automated testing, feedback loops, and quality gates. Manage SonarQube configurations, rulesets, and runner maintenance. Maintain SonarQube EE deployment in Azure Container Apps. Configure and integrate security tools like Dependabot and Snyk with Jira. Work Collaboration Integration Integrate JIRA for automatic ticket generation, story validation, and release management. Configure Teams for API management, channels, and chat management. Set up email alerting mechanisms. Support IFS/CR process integration.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in microservices architecture and containerized applications. Strong understanding of DevOps methodologies and best practices. Excellent troubleshooting skills for CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure issues. Preferred Certifications: AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert

Compensation Hourly Rate Range - $40-$60/ hr Benefits Offered: [Health, Dental, Vision Insurance] Deadline: Applications accepted until 04/30/2026 at 11:59 PM CST We are an Equal Pay Employer. All employment decisions, including compensation, benefits, hiring, training, and promotions, are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to ensuring equal pay for equal work and regularly review our compensation practices to promote fairness, equity, and transparency across our organization.