Cloud DevOps / Platform Engineer – Contract

Overview
We are seeking a Cloud DevOps / Platform Engineer for a contract engagement focused on building, deploying, and supporting scalable Azure-based platforms. This role will be responsible for implementing CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and secure cloud architecture while ensuring operational readiness across environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, including multi-stage deployment and environment promotion (Dev/Test/UAT/Prod)
• Deploy and manage Azure infrastructure using Bicep, including Function Apps, Key Vault, and App Configuration
• Implement secure authentication and access patterns using Managed Identity and Azure Key Vault
• Manage environment configuration and deployment strategies across Dev, Test, UAT, and Production environments
• Establish monitoring, alerting, and operational readiness using Azure-native tools (e.g., Application Insights, Log Analytics)
• Support and maintain hybrid cloud connectivity between Azure and on-prem systems (e.g., SQL Server)
• Collaborate with engineering and architecture teams to ensure best practices in DevOps, security, and scalability
• Troubleshoot deployment, performance, and infrastructure issues across environments

 Required Qualifications

• Strong experience with Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipeline design
• Hands-on expertise with Infrastructure as Code, preferably Bicep (or ARM/Terraform)
• Experience implementing secure Azure solutions (Managed Identity, Key Vault, RBAC)
• Solid understanding of environment management and release strategies
• Experience with monitoring and observability tools in Azure
• Familiarity with hybrid cloud networking and connectivity (Azure to on-prem)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Azure Functions and serverless architectures
• Familiarity with App Configuration and centralized config management
• Exposure to data platforms or integration workloads in Azure