Senior DevOps Engineer (Contractor) – Azure

Senior DevOps Engineer for Adroit Cloud ConsultingContractor, 3–6 months
LocationFully remote, aligned to US Eastern Time

To apply, send your CV and portfolio showcasing your expertise to

About Adroit Cloud Consulting

Adroit designs, delivers, and embeds AI-ready cloud platforms for organisations that need to move fast without compromising security or compliance. We are engineer-led and outcome-focused, trusted by market leaders to cut through the noise, simplify delivery, and accelerate measurable returns.

About the Role

Adroit is looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer with deep Azure expertise to support one of our clients on critical deployments and infrastructure automation. This is a contract role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, can respond quickly to urgent deployment needs, and has the experience to ensure cloud platforms are reliable, observable, secure, and scalable.

What You'll Do

  • Bullet pointLead infrastructure deployments using Terraform and env0 templates
  • Bullet pointManage and optimise Azure networking (VNets, subnets, DNS, firewalls)
  • Bullet pointConfigure and maintain Azure Managed Identities, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), and Okta
  • Bullet pointDeploy and administer databases (SQL, PostgreSQL, Cosmos DB)
  • Bullet pointSupport Azure OpenAI and Cognitive Search integrations
  • Bullet pointAutomate provisioning with reusable IaC modules
  • Bullet pointBuild and maintain CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps)
  • Bullet pointImplement monitoring and alerting with Datadog and Application Insights
  • Bullet pointTroubleshoot live deployment issues with minimal downtime
  • Bullet pointCollaborate with architects, developers, and security teams
  • Bullet pointAdvise on DevOps, CI/CD, observability, security, and cost optimisation

What You'll Bring

  • Bullet pointStrong track record with Terraform and cloud automation (env0 or similar)
  • Bullet pointAdvanced Azure knowledge: networking, Key Vault, App Services, AKS, Cosmos DB, Cognitive Search, Azure OpenAI
  • Bullet pointExperience with Microsoft Entra ID and Okta for secure identity and access management
  • Bullet pointHands-on with DNS, firewalls, and security controls
  • Bullet pointDatabase administration experience (SQL, PostgreSQL, Cosmos DB)
  • Bullet pointProficiency in CI/CD (GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps)
  • Bullet pointMonitoring and observability with Datadog and Application Insights
  • Bullet pointLinux admin and scripting skills (Bash, PowerShell)
  • Bullet pointConfidence in handling high-priority deployments under pressure
  • Bullet pointStrong communication skills, fluent in English (spoken and written)

Nice to Have

  • Bullet pointAzure certifications (DevOps Engineer Expert, Azure Administrator, Terraform Associate)
  • Bullet pointExperience in governance, cost management, and compliance frameworks
  • Bullet pointPrevious contractor or consulting experience supporting enterprise Azure deployments

Interview Process

  • Bullet pointRound 1: Meet the founders
  • Bullet pointRound 2: Technical interview
  • Bullet pointRound 3: Interview with the customer

Requirements

  • Bullet pointStrong track record with Terraform and cloud automation (env0 or similar)
  • Bullet pointAdvanced Azure knowledge: networking, Key Vault, App Services, AKS, Cosmos DB, Cognitive Search, Azure OpenAI
  • Bullet pointExperience with Microsoft Entra ID and Okta for secure identity and access management
  • Bullet pointHands-on with DNS, firewalls, and security controls
  • Bullet pointDatabase administration experience (SQL, PostgreSQL, Cosmos DB)
  • Bullet pointProficiency in CI/CD (GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps)
  • Bullet pointMonitoring and observability with Datadog and Application Insights
  • Bullet pointLinux admin and scripting skills (Bash, PowerShell)
  • Bullet pointConfidence in handling high-priority deployments under pressure
  • Bullet pointStrong communication skills, fluent in English (spoken and written)

Timeframe & Location

  • Bullet point3–6 month contract
  • Bullet pointFully remote, aligned to US Eastern Time

Why Adroit Cloud Consulting?

At Adroit, we are committed to fostering an environment where excellence is not just encouraged, it's expected. We offer the opportunity to work with a team of highly skilled professionals who are passionate about technology and innovation. With a flexible working environment and the support to grow your career, Adroit is the ideal place for ambitious individuals looking to make a significant impact.

To apply, send your CV and portfolio showcasing your expertise to