Cloud DevOps Engineer

Job Purpose:

The Azure DevOps Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining efficient CI/CD pipelines, automating infrastructure, and provisioning Azure PaaS services using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to support the application stack. This role plays a crucial part in IT/OT operations, enhancing the productivity and reliability of software development and deployment. Additionally, the Azure DevOps Engineer will lead collaboration efforts with application owners and the Central Infrastructure team to troubleshoot any application or infrastructure services issues, ensuring seamless integration and operational efficiency within the Azure environment.

Why is this job critical?

This job is critical because it bridges the gap between development and operations teams, ensuring that software is delivered quickly, reliably, and safely. The Azure DevOps Engineer supports application teams by provisioning Azure PaaS services using IaC, which is essential for maintaining a robust application stack. Their role in IT/OT operations and leading the collaboration with application owners and the Central Infrastructure team to troubleshoot issues directly impacts the organization’s ability to respond rapidly to market changes and customer needs, maintaining a competitive edge.

Key Responsibilities:

• CI/CD Pipeline Management:

  • Design, implement, and manage robust CI/CD pipelines to streamline the software delivery process.

  • Ensure pipelines are scalable, efficient, and secure to support continuous integration and delivery.

• Infrastructure as Code (IaC):

  • Automate the provisioning of infrastructure using tools like Terraform, ARM templates, or Azure Resource Manager.

  • Provision and manage Azure PaaS services to support various application stacks, ensuring reliability and consistency.

• Monitoring and Logging:

  • Collaborate with the Central Infrastructure team to leverage standard monitoring and logging tools.

  • Use Azure native monitoring tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, Azure Log Analytics) to monitor application performance and troubleshoot issues.

  • Identify and address gaps in application monitoring and logging to ensure comprehensive coverage and early issue detection.

• Collaboration and Troubleshooting:

  • Lead efforts in collaborating with application owners and the Central Infrastructure team to troubleshoot and resolve application or infrastructure issues.

  • Efficient in network and firewall troubleshooting to ensure smooth operation of applications and services.

  • Provide support and guidance during incident resolution and post-mortem analysis.

• IT/OT Operations:

  • Integrate IT and OT operations to ensure seamless and secure communication between systems.

  • Ensure that both IT and OT environments are aligned with organizational goals and compliance standards.

• Security and Compliance:

  • Implement and enforce security best practices within CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure.

  • Ensure compliance with organizational policies and industry regulations.

• Documentation and Compliance:

  • Draft documentation to support the qualification process as part of the implementation.

  • Work with QA/Compliance teams in drafting qualification documents to meet compliance needs.

• Continuous Improvement:

  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency, reliability, and security of development and deployment processes.

  • Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously evolve the DevOps practices.

• Time zone:

  • Work in the Europe time zone to align with team operations and collaboration needs.

Required Qualification & skills:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Overall 5 to 8 years of experience

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a DevOps role, preferably within an Azure environment.

• Experience in IT/OT integration and operations.

Technical Skills:

• Deep expertise with Azure services and tools, including Azure DevOps, Azure CLI, ARM templates, and Azure Resource Manager.

• Proficient in designing and managing CI/CD pipelines.

• Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, ARM templates, or similar tools.

• Expertise in scripting and automation using Python and Azure Python SDK

• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.

• Proficient in monitoring and logging tools, with a focus on application performance and reliability.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across various teams and departments.

• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

• Leadership skills in driving collaborative troubleshooting efforts and process improvements.

Certifications:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert is highly desirable.

• Other relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert are a plus.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology).

Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together.

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