Senior DevOps Engineer to deploy and manage Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) solutions to provide a fully managed Kubernetes environment for a crown corporat

Our valued crown corporation client is seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to deploy and manage Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) solutions to provide a fully managed Kubernetes environment integrated with Azure services! Initial 1-year contract with strong possibility of extension to a total term of 3 years. Hybrid: 10 days per month in Ottawa, ON. 7.5 hours per day, Monday to Friday. This role will require a security clearance which requires a minimum of the last 5 years being spent in Canada. Responsibilities: Develop and manage infrastructure as code using Terraform to automate resource provisioning and maintain consistency across environments Build, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps to support continuous integration, testing, and deployment processes Automate the provisioning and configuration of cloud resources to increase efficiency, reduce manual tasks, and ensure environment consistency Oversee the management of multiple environments, including development, testing, and production, ensuring stability and synchronization across each Contribute to cloud migration efforts by planning and executing the transition of applications and services from on-premises to the Azure cloud Design, develop, and deploy containerized applications to ensure portability, scalability, and efficient resource utilization across environments Manage container registries, including storing, versioning, and maintaining container images for development and production use Implement and administer Kubernetes clusters to orchestrate and manage containerized workloads and ensure optimal deployment strategies Support and configure Red Hat OpenShift platforms for enterprise-grade container orchestration and development lifecycle automation Deploy and manage Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) solutions to provide a fully managed Kubernetes environment integrated with Azure services Build and maintain Docker containers tailored for various workloads, ensuring optimized performance, security, and resource utilization Utilize GitHub for version control, collaboration, and code management, supporting efficient workflows Manage the health, scaling, and performance of Kubernetes clusters, including upgrades, patching, and troubleshooting issues Use JIRA to track project tasks, sprints, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with Agile practices and timely project execution Participate in Agile ceremonies and apply Agile methodologies to plan, execute, and deliver project objectives in a collaborative team setting Document system architecture, processes, workflows, and changes thoroughly in Confluence for transparency and knowledge sharing Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and execute the migration of on-premises applications to Azure cloud platforms Ensure the availability, performance, and security of infrastructure and applications through proactive monitoring and best practices Continuously evaluate and optimize infrastructure and deployment processes to support high reliability and fast delivery cycles Work with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts to meet project goals and best practices Must Have Skills: 5 years of experience in DevOps, cloud engineering, or infrastructure automation roles 5 years of demonstrated hands-on experience with Azure services and solutions Demonstrated experience deploying and managing Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and/or Red Hat OpenShift Strong proficiency in infrastructure as code (IaC) tools, with a focus on Terraform 5 years of experience in containerization technologies including Docker and Kubernetes Demonstrated experience working in Agile teams using JIRA and documenting in Confluence Demonstrated experience setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps Demonstrated knowledge with Git-based version control systems like GitHub Nice-to-have Skills: Microsoft certifications such as Azure Administrator (AZ-104), Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400), or equivalent Demonstrated experience with scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, or Python for automation tasks Demonstrated experience in cloud migrations, with a focus on transitioning from on-premises environment to Azure Demonstrated knowledge of networking, security, and identity management within cloud ecosystems Apply

Location: Montreal, Quebec, CA

Posted Date: 7/3/2025