We are seeking a skilled and proactive
APIM / Azure DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for orchestrating continuous integration and delivery processes, managing API Management (APIM) services, setting up Azure projects, performing upgrades, and supporting Azure interface configurations. This role requires strong understanding of modern DevOps practices, Azure cloud services, and API management solutions to enable seamless deployment, scalability, and maintenance of applications and APIs.
Key Responsibilities - Continuous Integration & Continuous Deployment (CI/CD):
- Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
- Automate build, test, and deployment processes to ensure fast and reliable releases.
- Azure Project Setup & Management:
- Establish new Azure environments, resource groups, and subscriptions.
- Configure and manage Azure services such as App Services, Functions, Key Vaults, and Storage.
- Set up and optimize Azure API Management (APIM) instances.
- Deploy, configure, and manage APIs through Azure API Management.
- Implement security policies, rate limiting, and analytics.
- Monitor API performance and troubleshoot issues.
- Perform platform upgrades (Azure service upgrades, API versions).
- Ensure minimal downtime during upgrades and migrations.
- Regularly review and optimize existing setups.
- Develop automation scripts using PowerShell, Azure CLI, or ARM templates.
- Integrate automation tasks within CI/CD pipelines.
- Collaboration & Documentation:
- Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams.
- Document deployment processes, configurations, and best practices.
- Provide support for teams adopting DevOps methodologies.
Required Qualifications & Skills - Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Experience: 5+ years of experience with Azure DevOps, Azure cloud services, and API management.
- Strong knowledge of Azure DevOps, including pipelines, boards, repositories.
- Hands-on experience with Azure API Management (APIM).
- Proficiency with scripting languages like PowerShell, Azure CLI, Terraform, or ARM templates.
- Experience with CI/CD pipeline tools and methodologies.
- Familiarity with container orchestration (Kubernetes, AKS) is a plus.
- Knowledge of security best practices in cloud environments.
- Certifications (preferred but not mandatory):
- Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect
- Other relevant Azure certifications
Desired Attributes - Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to adapt to evolving cloud technologies.
- Detail-oriented with an emphasis on quality and reliability.
