DevOps Engineer - Azure

DevOps Engineer (Cloud Infrastructure & Automation)

Location:Cardiff (Hybrid - 50% Office / 50% Remote)

Sector: Enterprise Cloud Services

The Opportunity

Are you a technically versatile problem-solver passionate about cloud infrastructure and automation? We are seeking a motivated DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic enterprise team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer to deepen their expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC), multi-cloud environments, and containerisation. You will work within a collaborative culture that prioritizes innovation-including early-stage projects in Generative AI.

Key Responsibilities

Azure Platform Ownership: Lead the administration of our Azure ecosystem, including AKS (Kubernetes), Postgres Flexible Server, Redis, Front Door, and Key Vault.
Multi-Cloud Management: Support a robust footprint across AWS and Azure, managing IAM, networking, and core service integrations.
Automation & IaC: Develop and manage infrastructure using Terraform and PowerShell, overseeing the full export/import lifecycle via GitLab.
Connectivity: Support Site-to-Site (S2S) and Point-to-Site (P2S) VPNs, ensuring seamless integration between Azure and AWS networking.
Expert Escalation: Act as a third-line expert, diagnosing and resolving complex issues across enterprise cloud infrastructure and applications.
Innovation: Contribute to the implementation of Generative AI solutions (Amazon Connect) and exploratory high-tech projects.What You'll Bring

Technical Foundation: Proven experience managing Azure public cloud services and Kubernetes (AKS).
Tooling Expertise: Proficiency with Terraform for infrastructure provisioning and GitLab for CI/CD workflows.
Networking Knowledge: Solid understanding of cloud networking, DNS, and secure VPN configurations.
Growth Mindset: A desire to stay at the forefront of cloud tech, including Serverless (Functions/Logic Apps) and AI.What's in it for You?

Growth: A clear career development path with full financial support for certifications (AWS, Azure, Terraform).
Work-Life Balance: A structured 50/50 hybrid working model based in Hampshire
Financial Security: Competitive pension scheme and annual bonus.
Perks: MediCash, Cycle to Work scheme, and an Electric Vehicle (EV) scheme.This is an urgent role where the hiring manager is shortlisting for interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV ASAP to be considered.

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