Senior DevOps Engineer

The Senior DevOps Engineer plays a pivotal role within the Corporate Data Office, driving the implementation of DevOps best practices to support scalable, reliable, and secure data and analytics platforms. This role requires hands-on experience with Azure DevOps, GitHub, and data migration initiatives in cloud-based environments. You will be responsible for leading efforts in source control, CI/CD, cloud automation, and platform monitoring, enabling efficient development operations and accelerated delivery pipelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure platform stability, scalability, and performance across complex data and cloud environments.
• Lead and standardize DevOps processes including source control, CI/CD pipelines, artifact management, and deployment automation.
• Build and manage pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub, supporting multi-environment deployments and robust release processes.
• Design and execute data migration strategies across on-premise and cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, SQL Server, Synapse, Snowflake).
• Implement and manage Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and Configuration-as-Code (CaC) using tools like ARM, Bicep, and Terraform.
• Collaborate with data engineers, architects, and platform teams to optimize workflows and resolve infrastructure bottlenecks.
• Define and maintain monitoring and observability practices using tools such as Azure Monitor, Grafana, or Prometheus.
• Ensure cost-effective and secure use of cloud resources, including lifecycle management and environment optimization.
• Lead incident response, root cause analysis, and promote continuous improvement through documentation and knowledge sharing.
• Mentor team members, promote DevOps culture, and foster continuous learning across delivery teams.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in DevOps, SRE, or Cloud Engineering roles.
• Proven experience in technical leadership (leading teams or complex projects).
• Strong expertise with Azure DevOps (Repos, Pipelines, Artifacts) and GitHub workflows.
• Solid programming/scripting skills: PowerShell, Bash, Python, or equivalent.
• Proficiency with CI/CD systems, Git branching strategies, and build orchestration.
• Experience with data platform migration, integration, and version-controlled infrastructure.
• Background in Azure data services: Synapse, Data Factory, Databricks, SQL Server, etc.
• Familiarity with cloud security, governance, and deployment strategies in Azure or other cloud platforms.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with a passion for DevOps excellence.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on with Azure DevOps Services: Pipelines, Boards, Repos, Test Plans.
• Experience with GitHub Actions and integration of GitHub with Azure services.
• Background in DataOps practices and deployment automation for data workflows.
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies: Docker, Kubernetes.
• Exposure to DevSecOps and policy-as-code integration for regulated environments.