Job Title : Azure DevOps Engineer
Location : Bangalore
I. Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Azure DevOps Engineer to architect, implement, and manage end-to-end CI / CD solutions and cloud-native infrastructure on Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in automation, container orchestration, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices.
II. Roles & Responsibilities
- Architect, implement, and operate end-to-end CI / CD pipelines using Azure DevOps (Pipelines, Repos, and Artifacts) and associated tooling.
- Design and build cloud-native infrastructure on Microsoft Azure for high availability, scalability, and performance (AKS, App Services, Functions, Storage, Networking).
- Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, ARM Templates, or Bicep for reproducible and auditable provisioning.
- Containerize applications and manage Kubernetes clusters (AKS) following best practices for deployment, scaling, and resilience.
- Automate deployment strategies such as blue-green, canary releases, and rollback mechanisms to ensure safe and efficient releases.
- Enhance developer experience by creating reusable templates, pipeline components, and self-service platform tools.
- Integrate security controls within CI / CD pipelines including secret management (Azure Key Vault), image scanning, and static code analysis.
- Implement observability and monitoring frameworks, including logging, metrics, distributed tracing, and alerting using Azure Monitor, Application Insights, and Prometheus / Grafana.
- Lead incident management, root cause analysis, and post-mortem reviews to drive continuous improvement.
- Optimize cost, capacity, and performance of cloud and DevOps infrastructure.
III. Years Of Experience
12 to 14 yearsIV. Educational Qualification & Certifications (Optional)
Bachelor's / master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.Microsoft Certified : Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, Azure Administrator, or related certifications are highly desirable.Must Have
V. Skill Set Required :
Strong hands-on experience with Azure DevOps (Pipelines, Repos, Artifacts) and pipeline-as-code (YAML).Proven experience in building and operating infrastructure on Microsoft Azure — AKS, App Services, Virtual Networks, Storage, Azure AD, Key Vault.Deep expertise with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM Templates, or Bicep) including modular, reusable configurations.Advanced containerization and orchestration experience with Docker and Kubernetes (AKS), including Helm or equivalent.Strong automation and scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, or Python.Solid software engineering background (Java, .NET, Python, or Go) with automated testing (unit, integration, e2e).Hands-on experience with monitoring and observability tools (Azure Monitor, Application Insights, Prometheus, Grafana).Proven ability to troubleshoot production incidents, participate in on-call rotations, and work within SLA-driven environments.Strong understanding of Git workflows, branching strategies, and release management.Nice To Have
Experience in multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environments.Exposure to observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, CloudWatch).Relevant cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, or GCP) are highly desirable.About SMC Squared
At SMC Squared, people are the foundation of our success. We help leading US and multinational companies accelerate digital transformation by building and managing Global Capability Centres with fully integrated, strategically aligned, and valued teams. Our people-first approach creates opportunities for talented professionals to grow, contribute, and thrive, while enabling organizations to scale intelligently.
As part of Hexaware Technologies—a global leader in IT, BPO, and consulting—we deliver greater value through enhanced digital capabilities, automation platforms, and a shared commitment to people-centric transformation. Join us and be part of a purpose-driven company where your ideas matter, your work makes a global impact, and your career can reach new heights.
Join us and be part of a purpose-driven company where your ideas matter, your work has a global impact, and your career can reach new heights.
EEO Statement
SMC Squared is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
If you are a creative individual with a passion for design and a drive to contribute to impactful projects, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Skills Required
Java, ARM Templates, .NET, Powershell, Prometheus, Bash, Grafana, Terraform, Docker, Python