Lead DevOps Engineer

We are looking for a **Lead DevOps Engineer** specializing in Microsoft Azure to lead optimization and management of our AI data platform.

**Responsibilities**
- Enhance AI data platform stability and performance
- Oversee configuration and management of Azure networking elements
- Establish and uphold secret rotation processes
- Design and sustain CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps
- Manage Linux and Windows system setups
- Automate tasks and resolve issues using Bash or PowerShell scripts
- Evaluate distributed system components and their interactions
- Work closely with colleagues to refine system architecture
- Adhere to finops best practice standards
- Track system health and performance indicators
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of procedures and settings

**Requirements**:

- Advanced expertise in Microsoft Azure cloud solutions with over 5 years experience
- Strong proficiency in Azure DevOps for building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
- Experienced with Kubernetes API and services with minimum 3 years practice
- Skilled in configuring and managing Azure networking
- Competent in Bash or PowerShell scripting for automation and troubleshooting
- Proven background in Linux and Windows system administration
- Understanding of containerization with Docker and Kubernetes
- Knowledgeable in secret rotation and security protocols
- Capability to assess distributed systems and optimize component interactions
- Independent decision-making aptitude in project contexts
- Experience with AI data platforms or comparable distributed systems
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication skills in English at B2+ level

**Nice to have**
- Familiarity with Istio service mesh technology
- Experience with finops practices and cost management
- Certifications related to Microsoft Azure or Kubernetes
- Proficiency in PowerShell scripting
- Background in AI or data platform engineering

**We offer**
- Career plan and real growth opportunities
- Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
- Constant training, mentoring, online corporate courses, eLearning and more
- English classes with a certified teacher
- Support for employee’s initiatives (Algorithms club, toastmasters, agile club and more)
- Enjoyable working environment (Gaming room, napping area, amenities, events, sport teams and more)
- Flexible work schedule and dress code
- Collaborate in a multicultural environment and share best practices from around the globe
- Hired directly by EPAM & 100% under payroll
- Law benefits (IMSS, INFONAVIT, 25% vacation bonus)
- Major medical expenses insurance: Life, Major medical expenses with dental & visual coverage (for the employee and direct family members)
- 13 % employee savings fund, capped to the law limit
- Grocery coupons
- 30 days December bonus
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 12 vacations days
- Official Mexican holidays, plus 5 extra holidays (Maundry Thursday and Friday, November 2nd, December 24th & 31st)
- Monthly non-taxable amount for the electricity and internet bills

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.