DevOps Engineer (Azure)

We are looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer to join a product development team working on modern, scalable IT solutions. We are seeking a technically skilled and proactive professional with hands-on experience in cloud infrastructure, automation, and deployment processes. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the development and optimization of a growing technology product, ensuring infrastructure reliability, security, and efficient delivery processes.

Key responsibilities

• Design, configure, maintain, and continuously improve cloud infrastructure based on Microsoft Azure.

• Develop, optimize, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate application build, testing, and deployment processes.

• Configure and manage deployment workflows using Azure DevOps Pipelines for applications running on Windows, Linux, and Azure App Services.

• Administer Windows and Linux servers supporting applications built with .NET Framework, .NET Core, and Node.js.

• Manage containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes, ensuring efficient application deployment and scalability.

• Monitor infrastructure performance, availability, and resource utilization, identifying opportunities for optimization.

• Administer and optimize MS SQL Server databases, including performance monitoring, indexing, scaling, and access management.

• Implement and maintain infrastructure security practices, including access control, network protection, backup, and recovery processes.

• Support infrastructure troubleshooting, incident investigation, and resolution of performance-related issues.

• Collaborate with development and QA teams to improve deployment reliability, system stability, and overall delivery efficiency.

Requirements

Professional experience:

• Hands-on experience in DevOps Engineering, Cloud Engineering, or System Administration.

• At least 1 year of practical experience working with Microsoft Azure infrastructure and services.

• At least 1 year of experience with Azure DevOps, including building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.

• At least 1 year of hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes.

• Experience administering Windows and Linux servers in production or development environments.

• Practical experience supporting cloud-based applications and maintaining reliable deployment processes.

Technical skills:

• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Azure services, including Azure Active Directory (Microsoft Entra ID), App Services & Deployment Slots, Event Grid, Service Bus, Azure Monitor, Azure Storage, and Azure Backup.

• Experience configuring Azure networking, security, access management, and deployment tools.

• Strong understanding of CI/CD principles and practical experience with Azure DevOps Pipelines.

• Experience deploying and maintaining applications based on .NET Framework, .NET Core, and Node.js.

• Knowledge of IIS administration and web application hosting.

• Practical experience with Docker containerization and Kubernetes orchestration.

• Understanding of cloud architecture principles, including scalability, high availability, microservices, and monolithic applications.

• Experience administering MS SQL Server, including database performance optimization, indexing, scaling, and access control.

• Knowledge of Git and experience working with task and project management tools.

• Understanding of networking fundamentals, including HTTP, TCP/IP, and DNS.

• Basic knowledge of SQL, JavaScript, XML, and JSON.

• Understanding of infrastructure monitoring, backup strategies, disaster recovery, and security best practices.

Soft skills:

• Strong problem-solving skills and a structured approach to technical challenges.

• Ability to work independently, take ownership of assigned tasks, and make well-reasoned technical decisions.

• Proactive mindset and willingness to identify opportunities for infrastructure and process improvements.

• Attention to detail, particularly when working with production environments and critical infrastructure.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Nice to have

• Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Bicep, or similar tools.

• Familiarity with infrastructure automation and configuration management practices.

• Experience implementing monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions.

• Understanding of web application security, vulnerability assessment, and penetration testing principles.

• Experience with load testing, performance optimization, and DDoS protection solutions.

• Knowledge of cloud cost optimization and resource management.

• Experience working with distributed systems and microservices-based architectures.

Compensation & Benefits

• Challenging and engaging projects: the opportunity to contribute to the development and optimization of a growing IT product alongside an experienced technical team.

• Work format: fully remote, full-time position.

• Compensation: competitive salary based on experience and technical expertise.

• Benefits: paid annual leave, paid sick leave, additional paid days off, and public holidays in accordance with the company's internal holiday calendar.

• Professional development: opportunities to attend relevant courses and training programs funded by the company.

• Working hours: Sunday to Thursday, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (GMT+2 in winter / GMT+3 in summer).

Let's connect!

If you enjoy working with cloud technologies, building reliable infrastructure, and improving automation processes, we would love to hear from you.

Send us your CV — let's discuss your experience, professional interests, and potential opportunities to work together!