Senior Azure DevOps Engineer

ImagineX is a tech company that deploys AI‑assisted teams to build and secure mission‑critical enterprise solutions with our clients – spanning software, data, and AI. Structured like a software company, not a traditional consultancy, we blend deep technical expertise with authentic values, achieving world‑class satisfaction (NPS 91). Our dedicated teams specialize in software, data, and AI across the U.S. and LATAM, bridging the gap between boutique agility and enterprise scale. About the Role We are seeking an Atlanta-based Senior Azure DevOps Engineer to join our high‑performing engineering team. In this role, you will architect, automate, and optimize cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines that support mission‑critical enterprise systems. You’ll collaborate closely with software and data engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and resilient solutions for our clients. This is a hands‑on senior role for someone who thrives in automation‑first environments, enjoys solving complex cloud challenges, and wants to influence DevOps strategy across multiple projects. You'll enjoy working directly with our client in Midtown Atlanta 2-3 days per week based on client needs in this contract position. What You’ll Do Architect, implement, and maintain Azure cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure‑as‑Code (Terraform, Bicep, or ARM). Design, build, and optimize Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines for application and infrastructure deployments. Manage and automate provisioning, configuration, and scaling across multiple environments. Deploy, secure, and maintain Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters and containerized workloads. Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting using Azure Monitor, App Insights, and Log Analytics. Partner with engineering teams to streamline build, test, and deployment workflows. Implement and enforce cloud security best practices , including identity, secrets management, and network controls. Troubleshoot production issues, perform root‑cause analysis, and drive long‑term reliability improvements. Champion DevOps culture, automation, and continuous improvement across teams. What You Bring 8+ years of experience in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or Site Reliability Engineering. Deep expertise with Microsoft Azure , including services such as: Azure App Services, Functions AKS, ACR Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Storage Accounts VNETs, Private Endpoints, Firewalls Strong experience with Azure DevOps , GitHub Actions, or similar CI/CD platforms. Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform strongly preferred). Strong scripting skills in PowerShell , Bash , or Python . Hands‑on experience with Docker and container orchestration. Solid understanding of cloud networking, security, identity, and governance. Experience implementing observability and incident response workflows. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross‑functionally. Must be located in the Metro Atlanta area Nice to Have Azure certifications (AZ‑104, AZ‑400, AZ‑305, etc.) Experience with service mesh, API gateways, or distributed systems Background in .NET, Node.js, or backend engineering Experience with FinOps or cloud cost optimization Familiarity with SOC2, Zero Trust, or other compliance frameworks Why ImagineX High‑impact engineering culture with strong autonomy Opportunity to influence cloud architecture and DevOps strategy Work with AI‑assisted teams and cutting‑edge technologies Competitive compensation and benefits SPONSORSHIP NOT AVAILABLE