Specialist I - DevOps Engineering (Azure DevOps)

Position Title : DevOps Tech Lead
Hiring Location : Pune

Position Overview :

We are seeking an experienced DevOps Lead Engineer to join our team and drive the automation, deployment, and management of cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have expertise in CI/CD pipelines, cloud services, and automation tools, particularly with Microsoft Azure , GitHub , Kubernetes , Terraform , and Argo CD . This role requires leadership, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and a deep understanding of DevOps practices.

Must-Have Skills :

• Cloud Platforms : Expertise in Microsoft Azure and its PaaS services (Azure App Services, Azure Functions, AKS, Azure API Management).
• DevOps Tools : Proficient in CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions , Jenkins , Azure DevOps , and Terraform .
• Containerization & Orchestration : Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerized applications and orchestration.
• Infrastructure Automation : Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) , with experience in Terraform , CloudFormation , Argo CD , and Terragrunt .
• Monitoring & Logging : Familiar with Grafana , Prometheus , and ELK stack for system performance monitoring and log management.
• Security Practices : Solid understanding of cloud security, including authentication & authorization protocols and application security.
• Version Control : Expertise in GitHub and other version control systems for managing code repositories.

Good to Have Skills :

• Disaster Recovery : Experience in building Azure Disaster Recovery solutions.
• Database Knowledge : Understanding of SQL/No-SQL databases and principles of Message Brokers .
• Agile Methodologies : Familiarity with Agile/Scrum environments.
• Web Development Technologies : Experience in setting up infrastructure for applications developed in . Net and React .
• Additional Tools : Familiarity with Prometheus , Grafana , and other infrastructure monitoring and ing tools.

Experience Range :

• Experience : 8 to 12 years of demonstrable experience in DevOps, cloud infrastructure management, and CI/CD pipeline implementation.
• Team Leadership : Proven track record of leading, mentoring , and guiding a team of DevOps engineers.

Responsibilities :

• Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration and deployment of applications.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and management using Terraform , CloudFormation , and other tools.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues in cloud environments (Azure), ensuring high availability, security, and scalability.
• Lead the development and deployment of containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes .
• Work closely with development teams to improve workflows and enhance collaboration between development, operations, and security teams.
• Maintain and enhance the performance, security, and reliability of production environments.
• Oversee the creation and management of Azure-based infrastructure , ensuring optimal use of resources and cost management.
• Document infrastructure setups, automation processes, and troubleshooting guides for internal use.
• Participate in incident management and post-incident reviews, driving improvements in processes.

Qualifications :

• Education : Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science , Engineering , Information Systems , or related field; or relevant work experience.
• Key Knowledge :
  • Designing scalable, secure, and cost-efficient cloud solutions using the Azure Well-Architected Framework .
  • In-depth understanding of cloud-based security practices .
  • Knowledge of distributed systems principles and cloud networking .
  • Proficient in Azure SQL , Azure Storage , and caching solutions like Redis .

Skills and Abilities :

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to apply complex concepts to project tasks.
• Ability to work both independently and in an agile team environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to mentor and guide teams.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.