Lead Azure DevOps Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Azure DevOps Engineer with strong expertise in Azure API Management and API Management gateways.

The ideal candidate will excel in building and optimizing CI/CD pipelines, automating infrastructure with Bicep, Terraform, or ARM, and deploying cloud-native services on Azure. Hands-on experience with API publishing, governance, and security best practices is essential. If you have a passion for cloud integration and a drive to deliver secure, scalable solutions, we'd love to connect

The working hours for this position closely align with the UTC+4 time zone.

This position offers remote setup with the flexibility to work from any location in Georgia, whether it's your home, well-equipped offices in Tbilisi and Batumi or a coworking space in Kutaisi.

Responsibilities

• Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, ensuring automated deployments and consistent delivery
• Implement Infrastructure as Code with Bicep, Terraform, or ARM templates for scalable and repeatable environments
• Deploy and operate cloud-native services, including Azure Functions, Web Apps, API Gateway, WAF, Container Apps, and AKS, applying Kubernetes orchestration best practices
• Publish and govern APIs through Azure API Management, applying policies for transformation, caching, security, and routing
• Ensure security and compliance by implementing OAuth 2.0, mutual TLS, SSL/TLS, RBAC, and secure API design principles
• Instrument and monitor services with Application Insights and Log Analytics, creating alerts and dashboards for proactive observability
• Integrate AI capabilities such as Azure OpenAI, AI Search, and Document Intelligence into backend APIs where applicable
• Troubleshooting and issue-solving across applications, API, infrastructure, and network layers in hybrid environments
• Support hybrid workloads, including selected on-prem systems like IIS and Java servers
• Align API design with SPA consumers such as Angular and React, considering CORS and integration patterns

Requirements

• Strong CI/CD expertise in Azure DevOps with infrastructure automation using Bicep, Terraform, or ARM
• Hands-on experience with Azure Functions, Azure API Management, AKS/Container Apps, API Gateway, Web Apps, and WAF
• Solid understanding of OAuth 2.0, mTLS, SSL/TLS, Azure RBAC, and secure API design principles
• Proficiency in monitoring and troubleshooting using Application Insights and Log Analytics
• Familiarity with protocols and data formats: REST, SOAP, JSON, XML
• Awareness of SPA consumption patterns and CORS considerations
• Proven .NET developer background with API and cloud integration experience
• Experience ensuring production readiness, including incident handling and post-incident reviews

Nice to have

• Deep focus on API Management and governance processes
• Expertise in Kubernetes operations and container orchestration best practices
• Advanced monitoring and telemetry patterns in Azure
• Knowledge of hybrid networking between on-prem and Azure
• Familiarity with DevSecOps and Zero Trust principles
• Experience with AI-powered automation and search solutions

We offer

• We connect like-minded people
• Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
• Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
• Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
• Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
• Corporate and social events
• We invest in your growth
• Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
• Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning and Get Abstract
• Free English classes with certified teachers
• We cover it all
• Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
• Comprehensive medical & family care package
• Five trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
• Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)

EPAM Georgia is a team of innovators united by a passion for technology. The dynamic and inclusive culture we embrace helps positively impact our communities, clients, and employees. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to numerous cutting-edge projects, deliver the most creative solutions, and have an opportunity to learn. Our people are at the heart of our success, and we are proud to provide talents with a solid ground to develop and grow.