Azure DevOps Architect

context recruitment; Sheffield; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 75,000

Job description

Azure DevOps Architect

A leading Cloud Consultancy is headhunting for a DevOps Architect to join their impressive Cloud Services team. As a DevOps advocate, you will be empowered to streamline processes through innovative use of code, platforms, and tools.

Your team will provide standardized approaches and frameworks, collaborating within the Cloud Services Group to architect, build, and maintain solutions that drive operational excellence. You will create a diverse portfolio of solutions, from targeted automation scripts to full-scale platforms with web front-end functionality.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Act as the technical expert in Automation/DevOps.
2. Lead the DevOps community of practice.
3. Drive service improvement through process/tooling/automation.
4. Create and maintain guidance frameworks for optimisation solutions.
5. Document and consider strategic requirements.
6. Identify and prioritise optimisation opportunities.
7. Provide guidance and training on best practices.
8. Introduce valuable new technologies and tools.
9. Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.
10. Independently handle tasks and projects.

Requirements:

1. Understanding of the software development lifecycle and DevOps/SRE methodologies.
2. Microsoft technology background, especially Azure PaaS.
3. Familiarity with CI/CD implementations and IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, Bicep, ARM).
4. Proficient in multiple programming languages (e.g., .Net (C#), PowerShell, T-SQL).
5. Desirable: Python, Java/JavaScript, Microsoft Power Platform (Apps, Automate, BI).
6. Desirable: Awareness of Microsoft frameworks like the Cloud Adoption Framework.
7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Remote based.

Paying up to 75k, depending on experience.

Must be eligible to work in the UK.