Lead DevOps Engineer - Microsoft Azure

We are looking for a Lead DevOps Engineer to enhance and oversee our AI data platform, leveraging Azure cloud services.

In this role, you will ensure the reliability and efficiency of our systems, applying your expertise in Azure DevOps, Kubernetes, and cloud networking to drive innovative solutions. Join us and take a leading role in shaping our cloud infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps
• Optimize and manage Kubernetes clusters and associated services
• Handle network setups and secret rotations in Azure cloud environments
• Automate administrative tasks using Bash or PowerShell scripts
• Monitor and resolve issues in distributed system architectures
• Work closely with diverse teams to improve cloud infrastructure efficiency
• Administer Windows and Linux systems configurations
• Evaluate system components to boost integration and performance
• Deploy containerization solutions using Docker and Kubernetes
• Enforce security protocols within all DevOps activities
• Create and maintain documentation for system configurations and workflows
• Contribute to FinOps efforts for cloud cost management
• Assess and implement new tools to improve DevOps processes

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in DevOps or Site Reliability Engineering
• Proficient in Kubernetes API and service management
• Demonstrated skills in Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipeline development
• Competent in Bash or PowerShell scripting for automation purposes
• Experienced in both Linux and Windows system administration
• Strong analytical ability to diagnose distributed system issues
• Knowledgeable in container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
• Familiar with network configuration and secret management in cloud
• Capable of making independent decisions with limited supervision
• Excellent teamwork and communication abilities
• English language proficiency at B2 level or above

Nice to have

• Hands-on experience with Istio service mesh
• Background in FinOps or cloud expenditure optimization
• Certifications related to Microsoft Azure DevOps or Kubernetes
• Understanding of advanced networking in Azure environments
• Experience with AI data platform infrastructure

We offer

• International projects with top brands
• Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
• Healthcare benefits
• Employee financial programs
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
• Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
• Global career opportunities
• Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
• EPAM Employee Groups
• Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn