Platform Engineer (Azure)

Job Title: Platform Engineer (Azure)Job Location: London, UK/ HybridJob Type: Contract/FTC (6 months)Job Description: Platform Engineer (Azure)Principal Accountabilities:Develop and support CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, following best practicesBuild tools and processes to enhance customer experience through automationImplement Infrastructure-as-Code with Terraform for secure, testable cloud deploymentsProduce design documentation for Azure-based cloud solutions and servicesCollaborate with product and engineering teams to deliver long-term scalable solutionsCreate and track metrics to measure performance and operational efficiencyResolve issues with simple, repeatable solutions that address root causesPromote cost-effective platform management, considering Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)Build tools that support safe, high-speed, large-scale operationsProvide technical guidance to Platform, Software, and Data Engineering teamsTechnical Skills:Proficient in troubleshooting Azure issues independentlySkilled in solution architecture for scalable infrastructureStrong experience with Infrastructure-as-Code using Terraform, ARM, and AnsibleFamiliar with Windows Server OS; Linux experience is a plusKnowledge of CI tools: Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub ActionsCompetent in pipeline builds, release packaging, and artifact managementExperienced in monitoring, failover strategies, and security best practicesHands-on with PowerShell, Terraform, YAML, and AnsibleSkilled in configuration management using Ansible and PowerShell DSCUnderstanding of static and dynamic security testing toolsExcellent written and verbal communication skills for direct business engagementFamiliar with enterprise-wide agile methodologies and collaborative practicesCore Competencies:Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills for tackling complex technical challenges.Code Quality: Committed to writing clean, performant code and participating in code reviews.Mentorship: Actively shares knowledge and promotes technical excellence within the team.Collaboration: Works effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.Innovation: Identifies opportunities for process and technology improvements.Ownership: Takes full responsibility for task delivery and technical decisions.Regards,View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr