Senior DevOps Engineer - 6 month Contract

Dublin - Hybrid

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced Azure DevOps Engineer with a minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing, implementing, and managing DevOps practices and tools within Microsoft Azure environments. This role requires a deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, automation, and cloud security best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
• Manage and automate infrastructure deployment using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as ARM templates, Terraform, or Bicep.
• Collaborate with development, QA, and operations teams to streamline software delivery and improve deployment frequency.
• Monitor and optimise cloud infrastructure performance, availability, and security.
• Implement and manage containerisation and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes on Azure.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and best practices in cloud environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to build, deployment, and infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to DevOps processes, configurations, and standards.
• Stay current with emerging DevOps trends, tools, and best practices, and recommend improvements.

Experience/Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of experience in DevOps engineering or related roles.
• Extensive experience with Azure DevOps services including Pipelines, Repos, Artifacts, and Boards.
• Strong expertise in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
• Proficient in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as ARM templates, Terraform, or Bicep.
• Experience with containerisation technologies (Docker) and orchestration platforms (Kubernetes, AKS).
• Solid understanding of cloud networking, security, and governance within Azure.
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools such as Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and branching strategies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Desirable Qualifications

• Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert or equivalent certification.
• Experience with other cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) is a plus.
• Knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible, Chef