Azure Devops Engineer (Chennai)

Our MNC client is looking for a skilled Azure DevOps Engineer with 3+ years of hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining DevOps solutions using Microsoft Azure and Azure DevOps. The candidate will be responsible for building and managing CI/CD pipelines, implementing infrastructure as code, supporting cloud environments, and driving automation and DevSecOps practices. Job Description /Responsibilities:- Design, create, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps. - Manage and administer Azure DevOps services, including Repos, Pipelines, Boards, and related services. - Implement and maintain Git repositories, branching strategies, pull requests, and code management practices. - Develop automation scripts using appropriate scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or similar. - Deploy, configure, and manage resources on Microsoft Azure. - Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to automate and standardize infrastructure provisioning and configuration. - Monitor pipeline performance, troubleshoot build and deployment issues, and ensure reliable application delivery. - Collaborate with developers, testers, architects, and other stakeholders to improve deployment and release processes. - Implement appropriate security and quality checks within CI/CD pipelines. - Contribute to continuous improvement of DevOps processes, automation, and engineering practices. Technical Skills (Mandatory): - 3+ years of hands-on experience as an Azure DevOps Engineer or in a similar DevOps role. - Strong knowledge of Azure DevOps services. - Proven experience in creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines. - Solid proficiency in Git, including branching, merging, pull requests, and branching strategies. - Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure services and cloud environments. - Strong scripting and automation skills using PowerShell, Bash, or equivalent. - Practical experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts and tools. - Good understanding of build, release, deployment, and environment management processes. Preferred Skills: - Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments. - Experience with security scanning, vulnerability assessment, and DevSecOps practices. - Knowledge of integrating security and quality gates into CI/CD pipelines. - Microsoft Azure certifications such as Azure Administrator, Azure Developer, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or equivalent. - Experience with monitoring, logging, and cloud automation would be an added advantage. Qualifications: - Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. - Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert or other relevant Azure certifications.