Senior Azure DevOps Engineer

Bluelight is a leading software consultancy dedicated to designing and developing innovative technology that enhances users' lives. With a steadfast commitment to delivering exceptional service to our clients, Bluelight excels in its focus on quality and customer satisfaction. Our mission is not only to create cutting-edge applications but also to foster a collaborative and enriching work environment where each team member can grow and thrive. With a presence across the United States and Central/South America, Bluelight is in an exciting phase of expansion, continually seeking exceptional talent to join its dynamic and diverse community.
We are looking for a skilled individual to join our rapidly growing team at Bluelight. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where everyone's opinions and efforts are valued and appreciated. You will have the opportunity to contribute to challenging and meaningful projects, developing high-quality applications that stand out in the market. We value continuous learning, personal growth, and hard work, offering a collaborative environment that promotes professional development. If you are passionate about software development and eager to be part of a growing software consultancy, we invite you to apply and join us on this exciting journey.

What we are looking for

• 7+ years of experience in DevOps, with 5+ years in Azure environments 
•  Expertise in Azure infrastructure, networking, and security, including VNets, Front Door, WAF, Firewalls (Premium + IDPS), VPN, DNS, AD, App Service, Container Apps, Function Apps, Event Hub, Defender, and Sentinel 
• Preferred experience administering Azure AD B2C, with deep understanding of identity and authentication security best practices 
• Strong experience with Terraform (IaC), managing scalable and resilient cloud infrastructure. 
• Experience managing CI/CD pipelines with Azure Pipelines, incorporating security and performance testing 
• Expertise in Application Performance Monitoring (APM) with Datadog strongly preferred, including real-time alerting and troubleshooting 
• Familiarity with Hub-and-Spoke network architecture and cloud security principles 
• Strong database administration experience with Azure SQL Server, including cloud-based backup, replication, and high-availability strategies. Experience with the Hyperscale service tier is a strong plus. 
• Experience with disaster recovery, incident management, and high-availability architectures 
• Deep understanding of DevSecOps principles, including security compliance, role-based access control, and vulnerability management 
• Proficiency in Git and GitHub for version control and workflow automation 
• Experience in optimizing cloud costs (FinOps) and monitoring usage trends. 
• Ability to thrive in a detail-oriented, fast-paced remote work environment, handling multiple projects simultaneously 
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience supporting a remote team 
• Azure and/or Security certification(s) a plus 

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize Azure infrastructure, networking, security, and identity management, ensuring compliance with SOC 2 and industry best practices 
•  Ensure customer-facing systems maintain high availability and rapid incident response, including automated failover and disaster recovery strategies 
• Maintain and enhance Azure Pipelines for seamless CI/CD workflows, integrating automated security, unit, integration, and end-to-end testing 
•  Implement and manage Terraform for infrastructure automation 
• Own the Datadog APM ecosystem, implementing best practices for monitoring, logging, and alerting to ensure system health and compliance 
• Implement DevSecOps practices, including security scanning, role-based access controls (RBAC), and proactive threat mitigation using Azure Defender and Sentinel 
• Continuously monitor Azure cost trends, implementing FinOps strategies to optimize cloud expenses while maintaining performance and security 
• Administer and enhance Azure AD B2C, ensuring secure authentication and identity management 
• Develop and maintain incident response playbooks and disaster recovery strategies, ensuring data integrity and business continuity 
• Work closely with Engineering and Security teams, documenting best practices, infrastructure changes, and operational procedures 

Company Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonuses, including performance-based salary increases.
• Generous paid-time-off policy
• Flexible working hours
• Work remotely
• Continuing education, training, conferences
• Company-sponsored coursework, exams, and certifications

Being a consultant in our team is a fun, challenging, and rewarding care