Lead System Engineer - Microsoft Azure Chennai, India
Lead System Engineer - Microsoft Azure Description
EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
We are looking for a seasoned Lead System Engineer with specialization in Microsoft Azure to become part of our energetic team.
As a crucial technical leader, your role is to spearhead the design, implementation, and enhancement of cloud solutions, with a focus on fault tolerance, high availability, scalability, and security. You'll need practical experience in Azure infrastructure, DevOps methodologies, and automation, paired with an enthusiasm for innovation and ongoing enhancement.
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Responsibilities
- Spearhead the design, implementation, and maintenance of Azure infrastructure to achieve fault tolerance, high availability, scalability, and security
- Create and oversee CI/CD pipelines that include automated build and test systems
- Manage production deployments using multiple deployment strategies
- Employ Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools to automate Azure infrastructure and platform deployments
- Utilize configuration management tools to automate system configurations
- Apply microservices architecture concepts and best practices
- Collaborate with application development teams to synchronize requirements, schedules, and activities
- Execute proofs of concept (POCs) to test the practicality of proposed designs and technologies
- Identify and solve system issues, proactively dealing with challenges with an ongoing improvement perspective
- Quickly absorb and adapt to new services and technologies present in the environment
Requirements
- 8 to 12 years of experience in Azure Cloud environments
- Proficiency in DevOps CI/CD tools and methodologies
- Solid background in Linux and Windows Administration
- Expertise in scripting languages including Python, Bash, Shell, and Unix scripting
- Understanding of YAML scripting and ARM templates
- Proficiency in Terraform modules for infrastructure automation
- Hands-on experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Docker, and Kubernetes
- Strong understanding of microservices architecture and best practices
- Background in automating infrastructure and platform deployments using IaC tools
- Demonstrated capability to design and implement scalable, secure, and highly available solutions on Azure
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges
- B2+ English proficiency level
We offer
- Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
- Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
- Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
- Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
- Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
- Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
- Focused individual development
- Benefit package:
- Health benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Paid time off
- Flexible benefits
- Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)
