Azure Devops Engineer

Our client is a global IT services and digital transformation company.

Our client is our client brand dedicated to AI-powered, secure, end-to-end digital services. Our client designs, develops, and operates critical digital environments that drive performance, resilience and sovereignty, helping public and private organizations worldwide retain control over their data and infrastructures, while meeting regulatory requirements.

With more than 52,000 employees serving over 4,500 clients across 54 countries, our client helps modernize core IT systems, accelerate cloud and data transformation, strengthen cybersecurity, and deliver secure digital workplace environments to support its clients, its employees and society. Our client also provides consulting and advisory services through its our client brand.
A trusted partner in operating complex and mission-critical environments, our client supports organizations across highly regulated and sovereign contexts.

About our client

Our client is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 54,000 employees and annual revenue of c. €7.2 billion, operating in 54 countries under two brands - our client for services and a sister business for products and systems. European number one in cybersecurity and a leader in cloud, our client is committed to a secure and decarbonized future and provides tailored AI-powered, end-to-end solutions for all industries. Our client is listed on Euronext Paris.

Where Purpose Meets Career

Professional Development: We prioritise career advancement with a collaborative team environment. Whether you are looking to move into leadership or deepen your technical expertise, we provide the support to help you get there.

Diverse Project Exposure: You will work across a variety of industries and business contexts. This ensures continuous learning and the opportunity to apply innovative solutions to a wide range of customer challenges.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Azure DevOps Engineer to support the design, implementation, automation, and ongoing management of Azure cloud infrastructure and platform services. You will work closely with architects, developers, engineers, and stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available cloud solutions while driving DevOps best practices and continuous improvement.

About the Role

Responsibilities

• Design, build, configure, and support Azure cloud infrastructure and platform services.
• Implement infrastructure solutions from approved HLDs and contribute to LLD creation.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning using ARM Templates and Bicep.
• Manage source control and deployment processes using Git/GitHub and YAML.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure, platform, and deployment issues.
• Ensure cloud environments are secure, scalable, and aligned with best practices.
• Collaborate with architects, developers, engineers, and business stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement through automation and process optimisation.
• Review code, identify technical issues, and implement fixes and enhancements.
• Support cloud infrastructure integration across multiple environments.

Mandatory Skills & Experience

• Azure DevOps (ADO)
• ARM Templates
• Bicep
• CI/CD Pipelines
• YAML
• Git/GitHub
• Azure Networking, Azure Infrastructure Engineering
• Infrastructure Design, Build and Integration
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution
• Experience supporting HLD and LLD activities
• Experience building, deploying, and supporting Azure cloud solutions within enterprise environments

Nice to Have

• VMware
• Azure Monitoring and Observability
• PowerShell
• Azure CLI
• Terraform
• Kubernetes (AKS)
• Azure Security Services
• Microsoft Azure Certifications
• Experience working within large-scale enterprise or public sector environments

Location

Hybrid working with a requirement to attend one of the following DWP locations 3 days per week:

• Benton Park View, Newcastle
• Manchester Corporate Hub, Manchester
• Peel Park, Blackpool

Security Clearance

• Full UK SC Clearance is required. UK-based candidates only.

Travel Requirements

• Travel to client and project locations is required.

Candidate Profile

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Passion for cloud technologies, DevOps practices, automation, and continuous improvement.
• Experience mentoring engineers and contributing to engineering best practices.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme - contributions matched up to 10%
• Private medical cover
• Income Protection
• Life Assurance
• 25 days paid leave + National Holidays
• Flex benefits program!

Diversity & Inclusion

As a Disability Confident employer, we encourage applications from all applicants, especially, differently abled applicants. We aim to ensure that those who meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. We are committed and willing to making reasonable adjustments to the application and assessment process to accommodate your needs. We are a care leaver friendly employer.

If you require additional support with your application, please send an email to our dedicated mailbox:

Here at our client, diversity and inclusion are embedded in our DNA. Read more about our commitment to a fair work environment for all. Our client is a recognised leader in its industry across Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria. Find out more on our CSR commitment.

Here at our client, diversity and inclusion are embedded in our DNA. Read more about our commitment to a fair work environment for all.

Our client is a recognized leader in its industry across Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria. Find out more on our CSR commitment.

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