Job Description:

Are you someone with strong scripting skills with the ability to automate tasks and optimise infrastructure? We have an exciting opportunity for a DevOps Engineer to join the team at a leading financial services firm in Newcastle.

Skills/Experience:

• Strong scripting skills, including PowerShell and Azure CLI, with the ability to automate tasks and optimise infrastructure.
• Proficiency in configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Microsoft Azure services (e.g., Virtual Machines, App Services, Application Gateways).
• Solid understanding of Windows Server administration (DHCP, DNS, file sharing) and VMware vSphere virtualisation technologies.
• Strong knowledge of networking concepts, protocols, and best practices.
• Experience in Microsoft/.NET development, enabling effective collaboration with development teams to bridge the gap between infrastructure and application requirements (desirable).
• Ability to understand and contribute to codebases to ensure infrastructure aligns with development needs (desirable).
• Demonstrates strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve complex infrastructure issues effectively.
• Pays close attention to detail to ensure the reliability, performance, and security of the infrastructure.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• A team player who works effectively with cross-functional teams, including SecOps and Development, to achieve shared goals.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and quickly adapts to new technologies and evolving business needs.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and applying best practices to improve infrastructure performance and efficiency.
• Collaborates closely with SecOps to implement security best practices, ensuring compliance and the stability of the platforms.
• Understands the importance of security in a DevOps environment and integrates security considerations into all infrastructure and automation efforts.

Core Responsibilities:

• Utilise and maintain custom Azure Log Analytics dashboards to monitor system health and performance, ensuring early identification and resolution of potential issues to maintain 99.9% uptime across key services.
• Collaborate on the migration of remaining on-premises components to Azure, ensuring seamless integration with existing infrastructure while maintaining performance and reliability standards. Provide support for Azure and VMware virtual machines, including provisioning, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Partner with SecOps to implement and maintain security best practices, ensuring compliance and platform stability. Collaborate with development teams to optimise application performance through infrastructure improvements and ensure alignment between DevOps and development efforts.
• Maintain and enhance existing automation scripts (e.g., PowerShell, Azure CLI) to improve operational efficiency. Identify and implement cost-saving measures within Azure infrastructure, achieving a measurable reduction in cloud expenses while maintaining system performance.
• Contribute to comprehensive documentation of infrastructure setups, deployment processes, and troubleshooting steps, ensuring knowledge transfer and compliance across teams.
• Configure, manage, and optimise Azure cloud-based services, such as App Services and Application Gateways, ensuring scalability and alignment with business requirements.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Windows Server administration (DHCP, DNS, file sharing), networking concepts, and VMware vSphere, delivering reliable support for the underlying infrastructure.

Benefits:

• A highly competitive salary
• Wider Benefits package

Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.

Job reference: 15962

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