Azure DevOps Architect

Azure DevOps ArchitectExperience 12 to 15 yearsHands-on Azure DevOps Architect to lead the source code migration and CICD enablement from an existing environment to a new Azure DevOps-based setupThe role will focus on designing and implementing DevOps pipelines for .NET ASP.NET backend applications, Angular Node.JS frontend apps, and minor database deploymentswhile ensuring best practices in source control, build, and release managementKey ResponsibilitiesLead and execute the migration of source code repositories including version history and branches to Azure DevOps ReposDesign and implement CICD pipelines using Azure Pipelines for backend and frontend applicationsConfigure build agents, pipeline triggers, artifact management, approvals, and deployment gatesSet up environments and deployment strategies for ASP.NET, NET Core, Angular, and Node.JS appsIntegrate minor database scripts deployments using tools like Liquibase or PowerShellEnsure secure handling of secrets and credentials via Azure Key Vault and pipeline variable groupsCollaborate with development and infrastructure teams to troubleshoot build/deployment issuesProvide best practice guidance on branching strategy, code quality, and automated testingDocument architecture workflows and hand over to operational DevOps/IT teamsPrimary SkillsAzure DevOps ServicesProficient in using Azure DevOps for CICD pipelines, version control, and project managementExperience with Azure Repos, Pipelines, Artifacts, and BoardsInfrastructure as Code (IaC)Expertise in Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep for automating infrastructure deploymentKnowledge of configuration management tools like Ansible, Chef, or PuppetCloud ArchitectureStrong understanding of Azure cloud services including compute, storage, networking, and securityAbility to design scalable, resilient, and secure cloud architecturesAutomation and ScriptingProficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or BashExperience in automating deployment and operational tasksMonitoring and LoggingFamiliarity with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights for monitoring and diagnosticsAbility to implement and manage logging and ing solutionsSecondary SkillsSecurity and ComplianceKnowledge of Azure security best practices and compliance standardsExperience with identity and access management (IAM) and role-based access control (RBAC) NetworkingUnderstanding of virtual networks (VPNs), ExpressRoute, and network security groups (NSGs)Ability to design and implement network architectures in AzureDatabase ManagementExperience with Azure SQL Database, Cosmos DB, and other database servicesKnowledge of database backup, recovery, and performance tuningContainerization and OrchestrationFamiliarity with Docker and Kubernetes (AKS) for containerized applicationsExperience in deploying and managing containerized workloadsDevOps Best PracticesUnderstanding of Agile methodologies and DevOps principlesAbility to implement continuous integration, continuous delivery, and continuous deployment (CICD) practicesMandatory Skills:Ansible, ARM, Azure AKS, Azure App Service, Azure DevOps, Docker, Git, Kubernetes, Multi-Cloud and Hybrid Cloud Architecture, PowerShell, Python, TerraformRequired Skills: AzureBasic Qualification:Additional Skills:Background Check: NoDrug Screen: No Kaav