Work on modern approaches to software development including the ability to develop microservices and leverage serverless functions.
Work with development teams to advise and contribute to improvements to operational stability, security, cost management and reporting requirements for our cloud solutions.
Continually develop and improve DevOps processes, adding value through optimization, automation, and effective reporting.
Provide timely and effective response to incidents to minimize the impact on our customers and keep colleagues updated as required.
Oversee relevant Cloud deployments to ensure successful implementation, track and report progress, resolve or escalate release issues.
Proactively manage cloud environments to minimize service impacting issues, including infrastructure as code, certificates, storage, health status, backup status etc.
Ensure new services meet required operational readiness standards before being accepted into operations.
Ensure on-going compliance to security practices and policies.
Provide subject matter expertise to business stakeholders as required.
Maintain clear and accurate operational documentation.
Stay current on security industry trends, tools and best practices.

At least 10 years of experience in software development or DevOps/SRE, with at least 5 years of focus on Cloud environments.
Strong programming skills, e.g. C#, .NET Core or Java.
Knowledge of PowerShell or Node JS or Python scripting.
Proficient in containerization technologies like Docker or Kubernetes.
Knowledge of API, REST, microservices, serverless architecture.
Knowledge of Cloud Authentication protocols such as OAuth, Identity Servers, OpenID Connect and SAML etc…
Knowledge of Azure administration, Azure APIs, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, APIO Management, Service Bus, Event Grids, Storage Accounts and Key Vaults and tools. Or, equivalent AWS experience.
Knowledge and experience of operational support, software development and deployment methodologies and principles.
Strong written, verbal and presentation skills, able to convey information clearly and concisely to technical and non-technical audiences.
Attention to detail, diligent and tenacious.
Excellent analysis and dissemination skills.
High degree of personal motivation and ability to self-manage.
Maintains and develops relevant industry and technology knowledge.
Certifications in Azure and/or AWS.
Hands-on experience working within an Information Security accredited framework e.g. ISO27001, 27017/18.
Experience working in Agile software development such as Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).

Senior R&D Member of Technical Staff, Cloud Operations & Infrastructure

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