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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