Job Description

A leading technology company committed to leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive innovation and efficiency is seeking highly skilled DevOps and Infrastructure Engineer / Cloud Architect specializing in Azure to join our dynamic team.

As a DevOps and Infrastructure Engineer / Cloud Architect specializing in Azure, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our cloud infrastructure on the Microsoft Azure platform. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of cloud services, streamline deployment processes, and optimize system performance.

FULLY ONSITE ROLE IN NEW JERSEY

Key Responsibilities:

Azure:

1. Cloud Infrastructure Design and Implementation:

Design, deploy, and manage highly scalable and resilient cloud infrastructure solutions on Microsoft Azure.
Architect cloud environments based on best practices, considering factors such as security, performance, and cost optimization.
Implement automation tools and practices to streamline deployment processes and ensure consistency across environments.

2. Infrastructure as Code (IaC):

Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or ARM templates to provision and manage cloud resources.
Define and maintain infrastructure configurations in code for increased scalability, repeatability, and consistency.
Implement version control and code review processes for infrastructure code.

3. Monitoring and Performance Optimization:

Configure and maintain monitoring and alerting solutions to ensure the health and performance of cloud infrastructure.
Analyze system metrics and logs to identify performance bottlenecks and optimize resource utilization.
Implement scaling strategies to handle fluctuations in workload demand and ensure optimal performance.

DevOps:

Continuous Integration and Deployment (CI/CD):

Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate software delivery and deployment processes.
Implement version control, automated testing, and release management strategies to enhance development workflows.
Monitor and optimize CI/CD pipelines to improve efficiency and reliability.

Security and Compliance:

Implement security best practices and compliance standards to protect cloud infrastructure and data.
Configure identity and access management (IAM) policies, network security controls, and encryption mechanisms.
Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify and remediate potential vulnerabilities.

Qualifications:

Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, or Cloud Architect, with a focus on Microsoft Azure.
Expert knowledge of Azure services, including compute, storage, networking, databases, and security.
Highly knowledgeable of DevOps principles and practices, including Agile methodologies and DevOps culture.
Highly knowledgeable with cloud-native security solutions and compliance frameworks (e.g., Azure Security Center, CIS benchmarks).
Hands-on experience with automation tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or GitLab CI/CD.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
Proficiency in scripting and programming languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and container orchestration platforms.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues in cloud environments.
Azure certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert.
Experience with hybrid cloud environments and migration strategies (e.g., Azure Hybrid Benefit, Azure Migrate).
Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).

This is an in person position, local candidates are preferred but not required.

Job Type: Full-time

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