Azure DevOps / Architect

Azure Platform DevOps Architect

Rate: £600 – £650 per day (Umbrella Engagement)
Location: Bristol, 2 days a week on site
Duration: 6 months initial, with scope to extend

The opportunity:

A leading organisation is looking for an experienced Azure DevOps / Architect specialist to take ownership of a platform that standardises and streamlines Microsoft Fabric deployments and releases.

The role will start with solution design, architecture and a review of the existing framework, making sure the platform is fit for purpose and aligned to best practice. As the programme progresses, it will become increasingly hands-on, covering the build, implementation and enhancement of the release platform.

The environment is heavily Azure-focused, including Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Bicep, Terraform, Entra ID, Microsoft Fabric and wider Azure platform services.

Key responsibilities

• Take ownership of an established Microsoft Fabric deployment and release programme
• Review the existing solution design, architecture and delivery approach
• Assess the current framework and identify improvements to ensure scalability, security and operational effectiveness
• Lead the design and implementation of Azure-based deployment and release processes
• Drive adoption of best practice across cloud engineering, automation and platform management
• Work closely with technical and business stakeholders to deliver a robust, repeatable release capability
• Support the ongoing development and enhancement of the platform as requirements evolve

Required experience

• Strong experience designing and delivering solutions within Microsoft Fabric
• Deep understanding of Azure cloud services and platform architecture
• Proven expertise with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and Bicep
• Experience working with Entra ID and Azure security principles
• Strong background in DevOps, cloud automation and release management
• Ability to review existing technical solutions and give clear recommendations for improvement
• Comfortable working in both architecture and hands-on engineering capacities

Reasonable Adjustments:

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