Sr. Azure Devops / Platform Engineering Consultant

Position Description:

CGI is seeking a Sr. Azure Devops / Platform Engineering Consultant experienced with creating and maintaining environments using Infrastructure-As-Code principals. This includes the ability to automate the creating and modification of Azure Kubernetes (AKS), Azure Container Registry (ACR), as well as other services. Experience creating a software development build and deployment automation process. This includes installing CI/CD tools as needed and the creation of CI/CD Pipelines. The ability to provide recommendations on best way to install selected development products (e.g., install RabbitMQ in VM on Azure vs as containers in AKS), as well as execute the hands-on tasks needed to install selected products. The ability to deep-dive and debug technical issues including container, Azure networking and firewall issues.

This is a hybrid role requiring two days per week in any CGI office, and candidates must be willing to work Eastern Time Zone hours.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

• Design cloud solutions that align with business requirements and best practices for scalability, security, and performance.

• Creating and maintaining environments using Infrastructure-As-Code principals.

Automate the creation and modification of Azure Kubernetes (AKS), Azure Container Registry (ACR), as well as other services.

• Implement infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or equivalent to automate cloud resource provisioning and management.

• Plan and execute cloud migration strategies, including lift-and-shift, re-platforming, or refactoring, while minimizing downtime and ensuring data integrity.

• Provide advanced technical support, troubleshoot complex issues, and coordinate with relevant teams or vendors to resolve critical incidents.

• Create software development build and deployment automation process.

• Installing CI/CD tools as needed and the creation of CI/CD pipelines.

• Provide recommendations on best way to install selected development products.

• Debug technical issues including container, Azure networking and firewall issues.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).

• 10 years of experience in cloud architecture & engineering. Experience in Azure Kubernetes, Azure Container Registry & Terraform

• Experience with Azure Hosted MS-SQL Server

• Experience with Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or like products

• Experience with Linux, scripting (e.g., bash)

• Istio and Calico knowledge would be a plus

• Professional certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect are highly desirable.

• Proficiency in programming/scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, or Bash).

• Strong understanding of cloud service providers like AWS & Azure.

• Expertise in IaC tools and DevOps practices.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with clients and team members.

Skill Set Years of Experience Proficiency Level

Azure Kubernetes, Azure Container Registry 5+ years 5

Platform Engineering 5+ years 3

Azure SQL 3+ years 4

Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD 3+ years 5

Linus, Scripting (e.g. bash) 3+ years 4

Minimum Education Required: B.S Science or equivalent

• CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to: skill set level; experience and training; and licensure and certifications. CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the $77,200 -$180,200.

At CGI we call our professionals "members" to reinforce that all who join our team are, as owners, empowered to participate in the challenges and rewards that come from building a world-class company. CGI's benefits include:

Competitive base salaries

Eligibility to participate in an attractive Share Purchase Plan (SPP) in which the company matches dollar-for-dollar contributions made by eligible employees, up to a maximum, for their job category

401(k) Plan and Profit Participation for eligible members

Generous holidays, vacation, and sick leave plans

Comprehensive insurance plans that include, among other benefits, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, out-of-county emergency coverage in all countries of employment;

Back-up child care, Pet insurance, a Member Assistance Program, a 529 college savings program, a personal financial management tool, lifestyle management programs and more.

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Skills:

• Azure Container Services

• BASH

• DevOps

• GitLab

• Jenkins

• Kubernetes

• PowerShell

• PowerShell

• Python

What you can expect from us:

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While technology is at the heart of our clients' digital transformation, we understand that people are at the heart of business success.

When you join CGI, you become a trusted advisor, collaborating with colleagues and clients to bring forward actionable insights that deliver meaningful and sustainable outcomes. We call our employees "members" because they are CGI shareholders and owners and owners who enjoy working and growing together to build a company we are proud of. This has been our Dream since 1976, and it has brought us to where we are today - one of the world's largest independent providers of IT and business consulting services.

At CGI, we recognize the richness that diversity brings. We strive to create a work culture where all belong and collaborate with clients in building more inclusive communities. As an equal-opportunity employer, we want to empower all our members to succeed and grow. If you require an accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will be happy to assist.

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