Azure Cloud DevOps Engineer - Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Job Title: Azure Cloud DevOps Engineer

Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Duration: Full-time position

Job Summary:

• We are looking for a highly experienced Azure Cloud DevOps Engineer to drive the migration of enterprise applications from on-premises environments to Microsoft Azure.
• This role requires deep expertise in Azure cloud services, DevOps automation, and hands-on development experience.
• The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver cloud modernization initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end migration of on-premises applications to Microsoft Azure
• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab and other DevOps tools
• Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and Ansible
• Perform cloud readiness assessments, identifying dependencies, risks, and mitigation strategies
• Modernize applications using rehosting, refactoring, and rearchitecting approaches
• Optimize Azure environments for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency
• Collaborate with developers, DBAs, architects, and compliance teams to ensure smooth delivery
• Manage change control processes, including cutover planning, rollback strategies, and deployment governance

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services
• Expertise in DevOps practices and tools, especially GitLab CI/CD
• Proven experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible)
• Prior development experience, preferably in .NET technologies
• Solid understanding of cloud migration strategies and best practices
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Azure Monitor, Application Insights, or Log Analytics
• Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes
• Azure or DevOps certifications (e.g., AZ-104, AZ-400)