Key Responsibilities

- Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, and other approved DevOps tools.
- Build and maintain automated deployment processes across development, testing, and production environments.
- Configure and manage supporting tools, including source control systems, artifact repositories, build tools, and code-quality inspection tools.
- Develop automation scripts using Bash, PowerShell, Python, or other scripting languages.
- Manage and maintain Microsoft Azure services, including:
- Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
- Azure Container Apps
- Azure Functions
- Other relevant Azure cloud services
- Implement and manage containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes.
- Implement GitOps practices using ArgoCD and manage application packages using Helm.
- Design and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and Azure Bicep.
- Design and implement Azure Landing Zone architecture in line with cloud governance, security, and compliance requirements.
- Ensure production environments maintain high levels of availability, performance, scalability, reliability, and security.
- Monitor and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure, applications, and CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Azure Monitor, Grafana, and Datadog.
- Identify and resolve technical issues across infrastructure, application deployment, networking, and CI/CD processes.
- Provide technical support for application deployments and production environments.
- Follow DevOps standards, security practices, processes, and procedures established by the organization.




- Work with open-source technologies and evaluate new tools and technologies that can improve DevOps processes.
- Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and continuously improve deployment and infrastructure management.
- Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and knowledge sharing to junior DevOps team members.
- Collaborate closely with Software Engineering, QA, Architecture, Security, and other cross-functional teams.
- Promptly identify and escalate critical issues to the Head of DevOps when required.
- Stay up to date with emerging cloud and DevOps technologies and recommend improvements where appropriate.

Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or a similar technical role.
- Strong experience with Linux/Unix system administration.
- Proficiency in scripting and automation using Bash, Python, PowerShell, or similar languages.
- Strong hands-on experience designing and managing CI/CD pipelines using:
- Azure DevOps
- GitHub Actions
- Other CI/CD tools
- Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure, particularly:
- Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
- Azure Container Apps
- Azure Functions
- Azure infrastructure and cloud services




- Strong knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes.
- Hands-on experience with GitOps, particularly ArgoCD.
- Experience with Helm and Kubernetes package management.
- Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and Azure Bicep.
- Good understanding of cloud networking fundamentals.
- Experience with monitoring and observability tools such as Azure Monitor, Grafana, Datadog, or equivalent.
- Positive understanding of cloud security, governance, and compliance best practices.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional technical and business teams.

Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with microservices architectures.
- Experience designing or implementing Azure Landing Zones.
- Knowledge of cloud security best practices and Azure governance.
- Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies.
- Experience working with open-source technologies.
- Azure, AWS, or other recognized cloud certifications would be an advantage.
- Experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to junior engineers.

Key Technologies
- Cloud: Microsoft Azure, AKS, Azure Container Apps, Azure Functions
- CI/CD: Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions
- Containers: Docker, Kubernetes
- GitOps: ArgoCD, Helm
- IaC: Terraform, Azure Bicep
- Scripting: Bash, Python, PowerShell
- Monitoring: Azure Monitor, Grafana, Datadog
- Version Control: Git / GitHub
- Architecture: Microservices, Azure Landing Zones

📌 Associate Lead – Azure DevOps Engineer (Senior Engineer Level) (Kolamba)
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📍 Kolamba