DevOps Architect

About the Job:
Xebia is seeking an experienced Azure DevOps Architect to join our dynamic team in Dubai. In this role, you will be instrumental in architecting and managing robust, scalable, and secure Kubernetes clusters. Your responsibilities will include implementing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines, ensuring code quality, and integrating security measures throughout the development lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and upgrade multiple Kubernetes clusters, implementing High Availability & Disaster Recovery strategies.
• Oversee source code repositories and version control using effective Git branching strategy with Azure DevOps.
• Utilize open-source tools to ensure code deployed in Azure DevOps meets stringent quality standards.
• Implement Azure DevOps Pipelines for continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD).
• Employ GitOps for Continuous Deployments using Rancher.
• Develop, manage, and update Helm charts.
• Utilize Vault for managing and updating secrets, integrating with other applications and infrastructure.
• Set up and manage Observability platforms with tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Grafana Loki, FluentD.
• Configure, deploy, and manage Kubernetes workloads on-premise infrastructure with a focus on scalability, reliability, and security.
• Implement Deployment strategies like Blue-Green deployments and Canary Releases.
• Integrate security testing tools for SAST & DAST into CI/CD pipelines, following principles of DevSecOps.
• Manage backup and restore processes for containerized workloads, including stateful applications like databases in Kubernetes.
• Deploy and manage traffic routing and load balancing in Istio service mesh within Kubernetes clusters.
• Work with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform.
• Utilize configuration management tools such as Ansible, Chef, Puppet.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members, promoting knowledge sharing and skill development.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a similar role, showcasing expertise in Kubernetes, Azure DevOps, and related technologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Relevant certifications in Kubernetes and Azure DevOps are preferred.

Language Requirements:

• Not explicitly stated; proficiency in English is typically expected in professional settings.