Azure Cloud DevOps Engineer - Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

HYR Global Source Inc

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Applicant Tracking System, Application Programming Interface (API), Business Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Data Processing, Ecosystems, HRIS/HRMS, Identify Issues, Oracle, Oracle Applications, Oracle PL-SQL, REST (Representational State Transfer), SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Software Development, Software Engineering, System Integration (SI), Technical Consulting, Technical Support, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX)
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
16 days ago

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)
 
I look forward to receiving your resume.

About the Company

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HYR Global Source Inc