DevOps Engineer (Azure DevOps / Microsoft Stack)

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to support and maintain Azure DevOps environments for an ongoing engagement. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in the Microsoft ecosystem, a background in C# development, and experience supporting secure, compliance-driven environments. Key Responsibilities Own and manage Azure DevOps pipelines, repositories, and release workflows Build, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps Support cloud infrastructure and DevOps tooling within the Microsoft ecosystem Perform automation and scripting tasks using C# Troubleshoot build, deployment, and infrastructure issues Collaborate closely with development, security, and infrastructure teams Support secure environments with compliance and audit considerations Required Skills & Experience (Must-Have) Technical Requirements Azure Cloud (Required) Azure DevOps (Required) C# development experience (Required) Strong experience with Microsoft-based systems and tooling Must work on a Microsoft (Windows-based) environment Experience with automation, pipelines, and cloud operations Experience Level Minimum 5 years of DevOps experience Certifications (Preferred / As Applicable) C# / Microsoft-related certifications (preferred/required as applicable) Security & Eligibility Requirements (Gating Criteria) U.S. Citizenship is required due to security and compliance regulations. Green Card holders are not eligible for this role. Must be U.S.-based Ability to support security-sensitive environments Willingness and ability to travel as required for security purposes Location Preferences Preferred: Washington State Preferred: San Francisco Bay Area Open to other U.S. locations if travel requirements can be met Engagement Details Project Duration: 6 months (with possibility of extension) Start Date: TBD Model: Hybrid Immediate Need (Internal Context) The team currently needs a DevOps Engineer who can: Handle Azure DevOps operations Bring 5+ years of hands-on experience Work entirely within the Microsoft stack Be U.S.-based and a U.S. citizen Support travel and security/compliance requirements