Remote DevOps Engineer (remote) - #34310

Description:

• The DevOps Engineer will design, implement, and maintain tools and pipelines for CI/CD and automated testing, executing deployments through collaboration with development and product teams.
• This role involves collaborating with development teams to ensure applications are designed with scalability, reliability, recoverability, and security in mind.
• The engineer will develop and manage infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform and Ansible.
• Responsibilities include administering and managing Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters, ensuring optimal scaling, security, and integration with Azure Container Registry (ACR), utilizing Helm charts and Kubernetes manifests for deployment automation.
• The position requires managing and configuring PaaS, IaaS, and security services and resources including Azure Firewall, Application Gateway, Front Door, AKS, ACR, APIM, App Services, Logic Apps, Managed SQL instances, and Virtual Machines.
• The engineer will monitor system performance using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Prometheus, identifying bottlenecks and implementing optimizations.
• Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to deployments, performance, and infrastructure is a key responsibility.
• The engineer will lead and/or serve as a technical resource for various cloud infrastructure and architecture projects.
• Ensuring the security of systems and applications by regularly reviewing Azure Advisor and CSPM dashboards and implementing best practices is essential.
• The role includes implementing zero-trust security principles and managing Azure IAM services including EntraID, Managed Identities, and Key Vault.
• The engineer will define and document operational processes, runbooks, and troubleshooting guides.
• Staying up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies to propose innovative solutions is expected.
• The engineer will respond to critical incidents and perform system maintenance off hours as required and participate in IT on-call rotation.
• Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field is required.
• Candidates must have 3 to 5 years of experience as a DevOps Engineer.
• A minimum of 3 years' experience creating, configuring, and supporting a variety of Azure IaaS and PaaS resources with a focus on AKS is necessary.
• Strong proficiency in scripting and programming languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell is required.
• A strong preference is given to candidates with Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert certification.
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps Pipelines and familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git, is essential.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps principles and best practices for secure software delivery is required.
• Candidates should have experience with containerization and orchestration using tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience configuring and securing Azure networks and a strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols is necessary.
• An understanding of database technologies and cloud-native database solutions in Azure is required.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills are necessary to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Benefits:

• The position offers the flexibility of remote work.
• Employees will have opportunities for professional development and training.
• The company provides a supportive work environment that encourages innovation and collaboration.
• Competitive salary and benefits package will be offered.
• Employees will have access to the latest tools and technologies in the industry.
• The role includes participation in IT on-call rotation, providing opportunities for additional experience and learning.