Senior DevOps Engineer – Cloud Automation

Job description

Senior DevOps Engineer – Cloud Automation II (Azure)

We are looking for an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer – Cloud Automation with 5+ years of experience in Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Windows. automation, and CI/CD pipelines. You will help support and enhance our cloud infrastructure, network, and security operations, while also contributing to innovation through new technologies like AI and automation.

You are a cloud-experience engineer with deep experience in CI/CD pipelines, microservices, and infrastructure as code. You'll enable smooth, reliable, and secure software development and deployment. You will report to the Manager of Infrastructure and Platform Engineering.

What You'll Do

• Develop secure, automated infrastructure solutions for development, testing, and production environments.
• Manage and evolve CI/CD pipelines to enhance deployment speed and reliability.
• Collaborate closely with developers and operations teams to support efficient and scalable workflows.
• Resolve infrastructure issues across cloud platforms and environments.
• Create comprehensive documentation for processes.
• Lead system testing efforts, including performance, security, and reliability evaluations.
• Guide best practices for monitoring, logging, automation, and cloud operations.
• Implement cloud security standards and ensure compliance through periodic audits and disaster recovery readiness.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support scalable cloud solutions in Microsoft Azure, leveraging IaaS, PaaS, and automation tools like Terraform and PowerShell. Manage CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps, support hybrid identity environments (Active Directory, Azure Entra ID), and maintain secure, high-availability infrastructure. Integrate emerging technologies, including AI, and contribute to network, monitoring, and disaster recovery strategies. Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation.

Technical Requirements

• Proven expertise in Cloud Engineering and Administration, with a primary focus on Microsoft Azure and AWS as secondary.
• In-depth knowledge of the Microsoft Windows technology stack, including Windows Server 2019/2022.
• Strong experience with TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, SFTP, and related networking protocols.
• Experience with Active Directory, Group Policies, and Azure Entra ID.
• Hands-on experience with network administration, backup, and storage solutions.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server and Windows Clustering.
• Experience implementing monitoring, patching, and endpoint security solutions in enterprise environments.

Experian is a global company in data services, helping organizations and consumers manage risk and make informed decisions. We empower individuals and businesses at important life moments, from purchasing a home to expanding customer bases. With over 125 years of experience, we specialize in data gathering, analysis, and fraud prevention. Our 21,700 employees across 30 countries are dedicated to innovation and creating opportunities for a better tomorrow. Recently ranked the fifth-best company to work for in Costa Rica, we prioritize inclusive culture, employee well-being, and career development. Join us at www.experian.com/careers to be part of our team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Familiarity with overseeing and observability tools such as Dynatrace, Splunk.
• Hands-on experience with APIM gateways, Ansible, Terraform, and other cloud native services.
• Solid foundation in network administration and cloud security best practices.
• Extensive experience with Active Directory, Group Policies, and Azure Entra ID.
• CI/CD Pipeline and Azure Native technologies

• Benefits/Perks:

Our benefits include: Medical, life and dental insurance, Asociacion Solidarista, International Share Save Plan, Flex Work/Work from home, Paid time off, Annual Performance Bonus, Education Reimbursement, Family Bonding, Bereavement Leave, Referral Program, and more.

• This is a fully remote job opportunity. #LI-Remote
• Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, engagement, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, FORTUNE Best Companies to work and Glassdoor Best Places to Work (globally 4.4 Stars) to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.