Azure DevOps Lead Technical Consultant

Job Summary

Domain: Banking / Financial Services****Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain high-quality Java-based applications using modern frameworks and practicesBuild and evolve microservices architectures ensuring scalability, reliability, and performanceDevelop and consume RESTful APIs adhering to industry standardsCollaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Owners, Architects, and DevOps engineersContribute to system design, technical decisions, and architectural improvementsEnsure code quality through code reviews, testing, and best practices adoptionSupport CI/CD processes using Azure DevOpsTroubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production systemsShare knowledge within the chapterRequired Skills & ExperienceStrong experience in Java (Java 21)Strong expertise with Spring Boot and other related frameworksSolid understanding of REST APIs and API design principlesProven experience with Microservices ArchitectureExperience working with Azure DevOps (CI/CD pipelines, repos, boards)Strong understanding of software engineering best practices (code, testing, design patterns)Experience with Agile / Scrum methodologiesGood problem-solving and communication skillsPreferred SkillsKnowledge of Spring IntegrationExperience with Kafka (event-driven architecture, messaging systems)Familiarity with monitoring & observability tools such as Grafana and PrometheusKnowledge of **containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)**Exposure to security and compliance practices in banking environmentsFamiliarity with cloud environmentsFamiliarity of Payments Domain****Who You AreA proactive engineer with a strong ownership mindsetPassionate about building robust and scalable systemsA team player who enjoys collaboration and knowledge sharing

Key Responsibilities

1. Designing, developing, and implementing devops pipelines and workflows in azure devops.
2. Collaborating with development and operations teams to facilitate continuous integration and continuous deployment (ci/cd).
3. Monitoring and optimizing the performance of azure devops tools and processes.
4. Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to devops practices in azure.
5. Providing technical guidance and support to team members on azure devops best practices.
6. Implementing security measures within the devops process to ensure data protection and compliance.
7. Conducting regular assessments and evaluations to improve the efficiency of devops solutions in azure.

Skill Requirements

1. Proficiency in azure devops services and tools.
2. Strong understanding of devops principles and practices.
3. Experience with ci/cd pipelines and automation using azure devops.
4. Knowledge of containerization technologies such as docker and kubernetes.
5. Familiarity with scripting languages like powershell, bash, or python.
6. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in devops workflows.
7. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross functional teams.
8. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in implementing devops solutions in azure.

Other Requirements

1.Azure DevOps Engineer Expert certification is preferred but not mandatory required.