Kubernetes Senior Practice Specialist - Azure DevOps

Job Summary

Role Purpose

Build and manage cloud infrastructure automation, CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, monitoring, and release engineering for migration.

Key Responsibilities

• Create Azure Services in the Azure Gov Cloud area and associated services in the cloud

• Good knowledge on IaaS and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

• Create and maintain CI/CD pipelines for application and infrastructure deployments.

• Support Docker-based containerization and Azure deployment automation.

• Configure environments, secrets, monitoring, logging, and rollback processes.

• Integrate automated tests into pipelines.

• Support deployment documentation and technical verification evidence.

Relevant Tech Stack

• CI/CD: Azure DevOps Pipelines, GitHub Actions

• Cloud Infra: Azure Compute, Storage, Networking, App Service, AKS

• Containers: Docker, Azure Container Registry, Kubernetes / AKS

• IaC / Automation: Terraform / Bicep / ARM templates, PowerShell, Bash

• Release Engineering: Feature flags, blue-green / controlled deployments, rollback planning

• Monitoring: Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights

• Security: Key Vault, managed identities, secrets/config management.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead the design and implementation of devops solutions by utilizing kubernetes and azure devops tools and technologies.

2. Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure seamless integration of devops practices throughout the software development lifecycle.

3. Develop and maintain ci/cd pipelines to automate build, test, and deployment processes.

4. Monitor and optimize system performance, reliability, and security in a cloud environment.

5. Troubleshoot technical issues related to devops tools and provide timely resolution.

6. Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in devops, kubernetes, and azure technologies.

7. Train and mentor junior team members on devops principles and best practices.

Skill Requirements

1. In-depth knowledge of devops principles and practices.

2. Proficiency in using kubernetes for container orchestration.

3. Handson experience with azure devops for continuous integration and continuous deployment.

4. Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts and technologies.

5. Familiarity with scripting languages like python, shell, or powershell.

6. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

7. Effective communication and collaboration abilities.

8. Ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment.

Other Requirements

1.Relevant certifications in DevOps, Kubernetes, and Azure DevOps would be an advantage.