As an Azure DevOps Associate Engineer, you will be responsible for implementing, and maintaining robust DevOps processes and CI/CD pipelines that align with the organization's goals and technical requirements. You will work closely with cloud development, cloud architects, and other teams to ensure seamless integration, delivery and monitoring of high-quality platform solutions.
Your key responsibilities
- Assist in the design and development of scalable infrastructure solutions on Azure, ensuring they meet both functional and non-functional requirements.
- Participate in the deployment of infrastructure components using infrastructure as code (IaC) practices, leveraging tools such as Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, Terraform, or other relevant technologies.
- Contribute to the creation of automated scripts and tools that facilitate the provisioning, configuration, and management of Azure cloud environments.
- Work under the guidance of senior DevOps engineers to gain hands-on experience with Azure services, including but not limited to virtual machines, networking, storage, and security.
- Support the implementation of monitoring and logging solutions to track the performance and health of infrastructure, utilizing Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, or third-party tools.
- Engage in continuous learning to understand best practices for cloud infrastructure security, compliance, and governance.
- Participate in code reviews and collaborate with the team to ensure high-quality infrastructure code and adherence to the organization's standards and policies.
- Help to troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related issues in development, test, and production environments, providing timely responses and solutions.
- Maintain documentation related to infrastructure design, deployment procedures, and operational best practices, ensuring clarity and accessibility for the team.
- Actively seek feedback and mentorship from more experienced team members to enhance technical skills and knowledge in Azure cloud technologies and DevOps practices.
- The ideal candidate for this role is not only technically proficient but also possesses a strategic mindset, capable of understanding the big picture and delivering solutions that align with the organization's long-term goals
Skills and attributes for success
- Proven experience with Azure DevOps, GitHub or similar tools for software and code distribution and lifecycle management.
- Good exposure in setting up Azure CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure provisioning and application provisioning and deployment.
- Proven experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM, Bicep).
- Proven experience with Docker, Azure ACR, ACI, Kubernetes.
- Proven experience with Azure Serverless and integration (Batch, Function/Logic Apps, EventGrid).
- Experience with Azure IaaS (networking, storage, virtual machines).
- Exposure to Azure Data Platform Technologies like ADF, Synapse, PowerBI, ADLS.
- Exposure in Azure virtual network, VPN, Express Route, Hub and Spoke model networking, Azure firewall, Load balancer, Application Gateway, APIM.
- Experience with Azure Backup & Recovery Services.
- Proven experience with Windows and Linux System Administration.
- Good knowledge in infrastructure and application security and governance.
- Proficient in Azure Monitor and Application Insights configuration and usage.
- Skilled in planning and designing monitoring solutions for business applications.
- Ability to identify and analyze application code and performance issues.
- Competence in diagnosing database and network performance bottlenecks.
- Scripting abilities in PowerShell, Python, Bash, etc.
- Knowledge of database development, particularly with Microsoft SQL Server.
- Working knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux, UNIX) and networking fundamentals.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Strong organizational skills for documentation and procedural improvements.
To qualify for the role, you must have
- Cloud Computing – Azure
- Networking – Load Balancer, Application Gateway, VPN, Express Route
- On-premises – Azure On-premise
- Database- Azure SQL
- Scripting –Terraform, PowerShell, YAML, Python, Biceps
- Version control System – GIT
- Monitoring – Azure monitor, ELK, Splunk
- CI/CD – Azure Devops, Jenkins
- Containerization - Docker, Kubernetes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Strong organizational skills for documentation and procedural improvements.
- Informed decision-making regarding Application Performance Management enhancement.
- Understanding and integration of cultural differences in a global work environment.
- Willingness to work in rotational shifts and provide on-call support.
- Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with industry developments.
- Ability to work collaboratively with business application teams to define requirements and priorities.
Ideally, you’ll also have
- knowledge of ITSM and ITOM tools
- Agile Methodologies
- Technologies and Tools
- Azure Virtual Machines, Virtual Network, VM Scale set, Azure VPN, Express Route, Private link, Private/Service Endpoint, Azure SQL, ADF, Key Vault, Backup, ARM, Biceps, Azure Monitor.
- Terraform, Ansible, ARM, Bicep
- PowerShell, Python, Bash
- Azure DevOps, Jenkins
- GIT, Bit Bucket, GITHub,
- Windows/Linux Administration
- Docker, Kubernetes
- Monitoring and Alerting tools
What we look for
- Has successfully demonstrated domain of most skills and technologies during a large number of relevant projects
- Strong experience in the use of complex technologies
- Proven experience in delivering effective data architecture strategies
- Confidently uses most of the related skills and technologies, and maintains an in-depth knowledge of the area
- Confidently uses most of the related skills and technologies, and maintains an in-depth knowledge of the area
- Experience designing and conducting research and experiments with recently developed technologies
What we offer
EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across six locations – Argentina, China, India, the Philippines, Poland and the UK – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.
- Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
- Transformative leadership : We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
- Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.