Senior DevOps Engineer (Azure)

We are seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer (Azure) to design, build, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines and manage complex release strategies for Azure Synapse Analytics and SQL database environments. In this role, you will drive governance, security, and operational excellence across multiple workstreams while coordinating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless, traceable deployments from development through production.Experience the freedom of remote work from anywhere in Georgia, whether from the comfort of your home, our modern offices in Tbilisi and Batumi or a coworking space in Kutaisi.ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and maintain Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines for Azure Synapse Analytics and SQL databasesImplement YAML-based pipelines with variable groups, deployment templates, and environment approvalsManage multi-stage releases, ensuring quality gates and governance complianceDefine and enforce complex branching strategies, such as Git Flow or trunk-based, to support multi-stream developmentAlign code promotion with business release cycles and change request processesCoordinate releases across multiple workstreams, including feature branches, hotfixes, and release branchesEnsure tight integration between development, QA, UAT, and production environmentsMaintain transparency and traceability from Git commits to production deploymentsManage RBAC policies and permissions for Azure resourcesOversee the lifecycle of Azure Service Principals and Service Accounts for secure automation and accessManage and maintain non-prod and prod environments for Synapse and SQL workloadsHandle SQL and Synapse operational requests from development teams and business users, ensuring timely resolution of incidents and changesRequirements5+ years of experience in DevOps or DataOps roles, with 3+ years focused on Azure Synapse AnalyticsExperience with multi-team and multi-stream deployment orchestrationTrack record in cloud infrastructure automation and release governanceAzure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) certificationAzure Data Engineer Associate (DP-203) certificationExpertise in Azure Synapse Analytics, SQL Server, and Azure SQL DatabaseProficiency in Azure DevOps, YAML Pipelines, and Git (Repos and Versioning)Knowledge of RBAC, Azure Active Directory, and Azure Key VaultStrong problem-solving and organizational skillsExcellent coordination and stakeholder management abilitiesStrong documentation and knowledge-sharing practicesAbility to work independently and across multiple agile squadsEnglish proficiency at B2 level or higherNice to haveFamiliarity with Terraform EnterpriseWe offerWe connect like-minded peopleDelivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impactEnjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own homeOpportunity to work abroad for up to two months per yearRelocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countriesCorporate and social eventsWe invest in your growthLeadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programsCertifications, including GCP, Azure and AWSUnlimited access to EPAM's internal learning databaseFree English classes with certified teachersWe cover it allParticipation in the Employee Stock Purchase PlanMonetary bonuses for engaging in the referral programComprehensive medical & family care packageFive trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)EPAM is global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and ambitious startups. With over thirty years of expertise in custom software, product and platform engineering, we empower our clients to become AI-Native enterprises, driving measurable value from innovation and digital investments.