Full Stack Azure Developer

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Yarra Trams is seeking a Full Stack Azure Developer (Backend Focused) to play a critical role in designing, building, and governing the cloud based services that connect enterprise systems to the Yarra Trams Data Management Platform.

This role serves as the technical engine bridging raw data assets and business ready applications. You will design and deliver scalable, secure, and high performing backend services using modern Azure native patterns, while applying strong engineering discipline, DevOps automation, and governance standards.

Working within the Data & Integration team, you will collaborate closely with architects, analysts, and delivery teams to build reusable frameworks and integration patterns that support long term platform scalability and reliability.

About You

You are an experienced backend focused developer with strong Azure expertise and a passion for building resilient, enterprise grade platforms. You enjoy working in structured, governed environments and take pride in engineering quality, automation, and reliability.

You will bring:

• Extensive experience building scalable .NET Core / C# APIs and microservices.
• Strong backend development skills using C# and Python for integration and automation.
• Hands on experience with Azure Integration Services including Service Bus, Event Grid, Event Hub, Logic Apps, and Azure Functions.
• Experience deploying and managing cloud resources using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
• Strong knowledge of Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and release management.
• Experience implementing monitoring with Azure Monitor and Log Analytics.
• Familiarity with managing secure identities and secrets via Azure Key Vault.
• Experience working within Agile / Scrum delivery environments with rapid iteration cycles.
• Working knowledge of Clean Architecture or Domain Driven Design (DDD).

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and deliver scalable .NET Core and Python microservices using clean architecture and SOLID principles.
• Build and deploy cloud native solutions using Azure App Services, Azure Functions, and containerised workloads (Docker / AKS).
• Apply Test Driven Development (TDD) practices to ensure high quality, maintainable production code.

Integration & Event Driven Architecture

• Design and implement robust integration solutions using Azure Service Bus, Event Grid, Event Hub, REST APIs, and Logic Apps.
• Enable real time, event driven data processing and seamless system interoperability across the enterprise.
• Orchestrate complex data flows using Azure Data Factory and Databricks.

DevOps, Automation & Governance

• Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and YAML pipelines.
• Deploy infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM).
• Implement technical guardrails to ensure consistency, tagging standards, and compliance across Azure environments.
• Manage secrets, identities, and encryption using Azure Key Vault in alignment with security principles.

Operational Excellence & FinOps

• Define and implement monitoring and alerting standards using Azure Monitor and Application Insights.
• Ensure applications remain secure, patched, and on supported Microsoft versions.
• Forecast and optimise Azure consumption costs to deliver performance efficient, cost effective solutions.

Why Yarra Trams?

At Yarra Trams, we foster a workplace grounded in respect, celebrating diversity and embracing inclusivity. You'll also enjoy the following benefits:

• A free travel pass for Victoria's Public Transport Network
• Competitive salary and great conditions
• A commitment to your health and wellbeing including free flu vax, discounted gym membership, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental Leave for primary caregivers