About Company
Are you an Azure DevOps Engineer looking to push the boundaries of cloud innovation? Career.zycto is rapidly expanding our engineering capabilities, driven by a commitment to cutting-edge solutions and seamless software delivery. We’re building a culture where your expertise in CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and cloud automation is not just valued, but essential. Join a dynamic team in Portishead that thrives on collaboration, continuous improvement, and delivering impactful technology. Here, your contributions directly shape our future, empowering you to work with exciting projects and state-of-the-art Azure services. It’s an ideal environment for growth and technical mastery.
Job Description
This role as an Azure DevOps Engineer at Career.zycto offers an unparalleled opportunity to architect, implement, and maintain scalable and resilient cloud infrastructure within a fast-paced and innovative environment. We are seeking a passionate and skilled engineer who thrives on automating processes, enhancing system reliability, and driving continuous delivery practices. You will be at the forefront of our digital transformation journey, collaborating closely with development, operations, and product teams to streamline our software development lifecycle from code inception to production deployment, ensuring our systems are robust and efficient.
As a key member of our engineering team, you will be instrumental in designing and implementing robust CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and traceability across all our projects. Your expertise will be vital in managing and optimizing our Azure cloud resources, including virtual machines, app services, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), databases like Azure SQL or Cosmos DB, and complex networking components. All these will be provisioned and configured using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles with tools like ARM Templates, Bicep, or Terraform, ensuring version control and repeatability. We expect you to be a proactive problem-solver, adept at troubleshooting complex system issues, and continuously looking for ways to improve performance, security, and cost-efficiency within our Azure ecosystem. This includes implementing monitoring solutions, managing alerts, and participating in incident response.
Beyond technical implementation, this position requires a strong consultative approach. You will mentor junior engineers, evangelize DevOps best practices across the organization, and contribute significantly to our architectural roadmap, ensuring our cloud solutions are scalable, secure, and future-proof. We value individuals who are not only technically proficient but also excellent communicators, capable of translating complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders and fostering a culture of shared ownership. If you are passionate about building highly available, high-performing systems, and eager to contribute to a culture of innovation and operational excellence, then Career.zycto is the place for you to make a significant impact. We are committed to fostering a supportive and challenging environment where your skills will be sharpened, your ideas will be heard, and your career will flourish with continuous learning opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
- Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, ARM Templates, Bicep).
- Manage, monitor, and optimize Azure cloud services (VMs, AKS, App Services, Databases, Networking, etc.).
- Implement and manage monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions for cloud environments.
- Collaborate with development teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of applications.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure and application issues in Azure.
- Ensure security best practices are integrated into all aspects of the DevOps lifecycle.
- Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to the strategic direction of our cloud platform.
- Mentor junior engineers and advocate for DevOps principles and tools.
- Manage source control (Git), branching strategies, and release management.
Required Skills
- Strong experience with Azure cloud services and ecosystem.
- Proficiency in Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipeline implementation.
- Extensive experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, ARM Templates, Bicep).
- Solid understanding of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes/AKS).
- Scripting proficiency in PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
- Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, Application Insights, Log Analytics).
- Familiarity with Git for version control.
- Strong understanding of networking concepts in Azure.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., Azure DevOps Engineer Expert AZ-400).
- Experience with other cloud providers (AWS, GCP).
- Knowledge of database administration (SQL Server, Cosmos DB) in Azure.
- Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet).
- Familiarity with security best practices and tools in Azure.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Generous paid time off, including holidays and sick leave.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Company-matched pension contributions.
- Flexible hybrid work model.
- Continuous learning and development opportunities (certifications, courses).
- Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies.
- Collaborative and inclusive company culture.
- Regular team social events and activities.
- Opportunity to work on impactful projects that shape the future of our services.
How to Apply
If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply today! Please click on the application link below to submit your detailed CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this Azure DevOps Engineer role at Career.zycto.
