Job Title: Azure DevOps Engineer Location: Redmond, WA (Local Candidates Only) Experience: 10+ Years Employment Type: Contract Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Azure DevOps Engineer to join our team in Redmond, WA. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience with Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service), and core Azure infrastructure. A solid understanding of Docker, ARM templates, and scripting with C#/.NET is essential. Prior experience working on Microsoft-related projects is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities: • Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps. • Deploy and manage containerized applications using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). • Create and manage Docker images and registries. • Automate infrastructure provisioning using ARM templates. • Manage core Azure services including VMs, VNets, and Storage Accounts. • Develop and maintain automation scripts, including C#/.NET-based transform scripts. • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to deployments and infrastructure. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable and secure delivery of cloud solutions. Required Skills & Experience: • Proven expertise in Azure DevOps CI/CD pipeline setup and management • Strong experience with AKS and container orchestration • Hands-on experience with Docker in production environments • Proficiency in ARM templates and infrastructure-as-code • Experience with Azure cloud services (VMs, VNets, Storage) • Strong scripting skills in C#/.NET for automation and configuration • Ability to troubleshoot complex deployment issues and work independently Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with Microsoft internal environments or projects • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills • Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-400, AZ-104) are a plus