Senior Azure DevOps Engineer

About RenaissanceRe

For over three decades RenaissanceRe has helped its clients manage the risks of operating in a volatile and uncertain world. Were experts in Property Casualty Specialty and Credit reinsurance consistently recognized for the innovative way we combine data experience and technology to understand and manage large and complex risks across the world. We are also a business with a real social purpose - we help protect communities around the globe and enable prosperity for all. Our purpose drives us forward every day as we seek solutions to some of the worlds most complicated challenges. To learn more please visit us at Careers - RenaissanceRe ().

About IT Infrastructure Architecture

The IT Infrastructure Architecture team is responsible for designing implementing and maintaining the enterprises core technology platforms across both Microsoft cloud and on-premises environments. Our mission is to deliver secure scalable and resilient infrastructure solutions that enable business agility and innovation.

About the Position

Reporting directly to VP IT Manager Infrastructure Architecture

The Senior Azure DevOps Engineer role is based in the Dublin office.

We are seeking an experienced Azure DevOps Engineer to design implement and manage an enterprise-scale Azure environment. This role will focus on building secure scalable and cost-effective cloud solutions while collaborating with development IT various business units and security teams.

Key Relationships

Reports to: VP IT Manager Infrastructure Architecture

Key Stakeholders: IT Infrastructure

Key Partners: Directory Service Group IT Service Desk IT Engineering Application Support Finance Systems Platform Operations

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and deploy Azure infrastructure and services.

• Ensure compliance with security and governance standards.

• Monitor and optimize cloud resources for performance and cost.

• Collaborate with Dev and other IT teams for CI/CD integration.

• Oversee Azure Virtual Desktop and Microsoft Windows 365 configuration and environmental management

• Azure IAM in conjunction with Directory Services

• Use Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using PowerShell Arm templates Terraform Git Actions etc.

• Use scripting languages and automation tools to enhance operational efficiency and automate repetitive tasks.

• Support Dynamics365 environments.

• Configure virtual networks gateways and other networking components.

• Prepare technical documentation and executive reports for stakeholders.

Required Skills:

• Strong understanding of cloud computing principles and DevOps best practices.

• Proficiency in managing Microsoft Azure services including identity governance storage compute and networking.

• Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g. PowerShell Azure CLI) for automation.

• Experience with security principles and tools in a cloud environment.

• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage and optimize cloud costs.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Relevant certifications in Microsoft Azure technologies

• Degree (preferred).

Experience

• Multiple years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure services and cloud architecture

• Experience with containerization

• Experience of managing stakeholders across all levels and working with outsourced suppliers.

• Experience of creating and presenting executive summary reports.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong communicationand interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team