Azure DevOps Engineer

Position Overview

The DevOps Engineer will play a critical role in automating, optimizing, and securing the software delivery lifecycle across Definity’s Azure-based platform. You’ll work closely with development, QA, and data teams to design and maintain CI/CD pipelines, monitor system performance, manage infrastructure-as-code, and ensure our production environments are stable, scalable, and secure.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, automate, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for .NET, React, and React Native applications using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
• Design and manage scalable cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure, including App Services, Functions, SQL Databases, Blob Storage, and Virtual Networks.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or Bicep for repeatable, version-controlled deployments.
• Monitor and optimize application and system performance using Azure Monitor, Application Insights, and Log Analytics.
• Enhance system reliability with automated alerting, backups, failover, and disaster recovery configurations.
• Collaborate with development teams to streamline deployments, improve build reliability, and troubleshoot environment issues.
• Maintain robust security practices including identity management (Azure AD), key vault usage, network security, and compliance checks.
• Manage containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, or Azure Container Apps).
• Support database operations, including automated migrations, connection security, and performance tuning.
• Contribute to release management, versioning, and rollback strategies for multiple environments (dev, QA, staging, production).
• Document and enforce best practices for system configuration, release procedures, and environment consistency.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–6 years of experience in DevOps, Cloud Infrastructure, or Systems Engineering.
• Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar CI/CD tools.
• Strong understanding of Azure cloud services and networking fundamentals.
• Proficiency in PowerShell, Bash, or Python scripting for automation.
• Experience with IaC tools such as Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Working knowledge of .NET, Node.js, or React build processes.
• Experience managing SQL Server, MySQL, or Cosmos DB in the cloud.
• Understanding of monitoring, logging, and alerting tools (Application Insights, Prometheus, Grafana).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on uptime, reliability, and automation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-400, AZ-104, or AZ-305).
• Experience with Zero-downtime deployments and Blue-Green/Canary release strategies.
• Familiarity with serverless architectures (Azure Functions, Logic Apps).
• Knowledge of security compliance frameworks (SOC 2, HIPAA, or ISO 27001).
• Experience with Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, or data integration pipelines.

Soft Skills

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills across technical and non-technical teams.
• Detail-oriented with a mindset for automation and continuous improvement.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment supporting multiple products and deployments.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability for production systems.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person