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Senior DevOps Engineer (Azure & Kubernetes) - full remote
Contract type
Ongoing
Work mode
Remote · Europe
Experience
Senior · 5+ years
Job description
Senior DevOps Engineer responsible for defining DevOps architecture and strategy for a leading European client's cloud platform built primarily on Microsoft Azure and Kubernetes. The role covers the full lifecycle from Infrastructure as Code through CI/CD and observability for enterprise-grade cloud environments.
At a glance
- Work mode
- Remote · Europe
- Languages
- English – fluent
What you'll do
- Design and implement highly available, scalable, and secure cloud infrastructure architectures utilising Microsoft Azure services, including AKS, VNETs, Private Endpoints, Azure Firewall, Key Vault, and Azure Application Gateway
- Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code using tools like Terraform or ARM Templates to provision and manage cloud resources in a repeatable and consistent manner
- Design, implement, and optimise robust CI/CD pipelines (e.g., using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI) for both application deployment and infrastructure changes
- Administer, secure, and optimise Kubernetes clusters (preferably AKS), focusing on networking, scaling, security hardening, and performance tuning
- Implement comprehensive monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and Azure Monitor/Log Analytics to maintain platform health and identify issues proactively
- Enforce security best practices, implement policies (e.g., Azure Policies), and ensure all deployments comply with industry standards and internal IT security requirements
- Work closely with development, security, and product teams to define requirements, troubleshoot complex production issues, and mentor junior team members on DevOps methodologies and tools
What we're looking for
- At least 5+ years of experience in a DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), or Cloud Engineering role, with a focus on enterprise-scale solutions
- Proven, in-depth expertise in designing, deploying, and managing complex infrastructure on the Microsoft Azure platform
- Expert-level knowledge of Kubernetes (K8s), including cluster operations, networking, security, and using tools like Helm or Kustomize
- Strong hands-on experience with Terraform or equivalent IaC tools (e.g., ARM Templates, Bicep)
- Demonstrable experience in building and managing modern CI/CD automation pipelines using technologies such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI
- Solid scripting skills in languages such as Bash, Python, or PowerShell for task automation and system configuration
- Excellent understanding of cloud networking concepts, including VNETs, network security groups (NSG), load balancing, and private connectivity
- Fluent professional English (written and spoken) and excellent collaboration skills in a remote, cross-functional team setting
Nice to have
- Experience with advanced Azure services for data or AI/ML workloads (e.g., Azure Data Factory, Azure Machine Learning)
- Knowledge of configuration management tools like Ansible
- Experience with FinOps or cloud cost optimisation strategies
Benefits
- 100% Remote Work Option within Europe
- Flexible Working Hours and a hybrid work model, supported by modern office hubs across Europe
- Personalised Development Program and access to dedicated mentorship and coaching from domain experts
- Comprehensive Benefits Package, including additional health insurance and food vouchers
- Full ownership and tangible impact on mission-critical, cloud-native solutions
- Supportive, collaborative team culture with regular social events and team-building activities
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About IT.HR Recruitment Agency
IT.HR Recruitment Agency is recruiting on behalf of a long-established Central and Eastern European technology provider specialising in designing, building, and operating advanced, mission-critical software solutions for large international organisations.
Key facts
- Recruiting for a client with over 25 years of history
- Client has a team of 600+ top-tier software engineers across Europe
- Client is a certified partner for Aerospace & Defence, Automotive, Telecommunications, and Financial Services
- Client holds certifications such as NATO AQAP and TISAX