Technical Leader I - DevOps Job

The Technical Leader I - DevOps is responsible for designing, deploying, and managing cloud and on-premises Windows-based infrastructure and DevOps solutions. This role requires expertise in Microsoft Azure, CI/CD automation, Windows server administration, and infrastructure as code (IaC) to enhance system reliability, scalability, and security. The ideal candidate will lead technical initiatives, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of DevOps solutions across cloud (Azure) and on-premises Windows-based environments.
• Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines to automate cloud and on-premises systems' builds, testing, and deployments.
• Administer and enhance Azure DevOps, TeamCity, and Octopus Deploy for continuous integration and delivery.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using ARM templates, Bicep, PowerShell, or Terraform for cloud environments.
• Deploy, manage, and optimize on-premises Windows-based infrastructure, including Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, IIS, and VMware.
• Configure, manage and troubleshoot IIS-hosted applications, including load balancing, SSL certificates, and performance tuning.
• Ensure high availability, performance, and security of applications deployed across cloud and on-premises Windows-based infrastructure.
• Automate system provisioning, configuration, and monitoring with PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
• Enforce security best practices, including Windows Server hardening, RBAC, and compliance standards.
• Design and implement disaster recovery and backup strategies for cloud and on-premises Windows environments.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate DevOps best practices into software development workflows.
• Conduct performance tuning, capacity planning, and system optimization across hybrid infrastructures.
• Lead DevOps projects and ensure successful delivery.
• Mentor and train junior engineers on DevOps methodologies and technologies.
• Stay up to date with emerging DevOps tools and trends.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Education and/or Training:

• Bachelor’s degree or related field (preferred).
• Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) preferred.
• Microsoft Windows Server certifications (e.g., MCSE, MCSA, or Azure Windows Server Hybrid Administrator) preferred.

Relevant Work Experience:

• 8+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, cloud engineering, or DevOps.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience working with Microsoft Azure in a DevOps capacity.
• Experience managing on-premises Windows-based infrastructure, networking, and virtualization technologies.
• Expertise in Microsoft Azure, including Azure DevOps, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Networking, and Azure Security.
• Strong experience with CI/CD tools, including Azure DevOps, TeamCity, and Octopus Deploy.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using ARM templates, Bicep, PowerShell, or Terraform.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, Helm).
• Strong knowledge of on-premises Windows-based infrastructure, including Windows Server administration, Active Directory, Group Policy, IIS, and VMware.
• Expertise in configuring and troubleshooting IIS-hosted applications, including web application deployment, SSL certificates, load balancing, and application pool management.
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP, SMTP, DNS, FTP, SSL).
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (Azure Monitor, New Relic, Log Analytics, Prometheus, Grafana, SolarWinds).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash, Python) for automation.
• Strong understanding of security best practices, including Windows Server hardening, Group Policy, RBAC, and compliance frameworks.

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