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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr Azure DevOps Engineer (CI/CD) - **Company:** Assurant, Inc. - **Location:** Miami, FL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $88,000.0 - $147,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Github, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Windows PowerShell, Role-Based Access Control, TypeScript, Data Logging, GitHub Copilot, Git, AI Platforms, Git Flow, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Hardware Infrastructure, Cloud Optimization, Terraform, Devsecops, Vulnerability Analysis, Golang - **Published:** May 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9e1613258701176f ## About the Role Do you have experience in Terraform?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * Bachelor's in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field is desired * 5+ years of experience in DevOps or platform engineering, with a strong focus on CI/CD and delivery automation. * 3+ years of programming automation in at least one of the following: PowerShell, Python, Go, or TypeScript. * Hands-on experience owning and operating enterprise-scale CI/CD platforms. * Experience supporting Azure-hosted and on-prem environments. * Experience integrating DevOps workflows with Terraform-based infrastructure. * Demonstrated use or adoption of AI-assisted tooling in DevOps, development, or operations using Copilot-enabled workflows, MCP servers, etc. * Familiarity with FinOps or cloud cost optimization concepts. What other skills/experience would be helpful to have? * Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field * Certifications: At least one certification below is preferred: * Azure certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305, AZ-400) * FinOps Certified Practitioner (FOCP) or equivalent * Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or equivalent * DevOps, security, or cloud architecture certifications #AssurantProudJR If no application deadline is provided, this role may be a pipeline requisition, and we'll continue to collect applications on an ongoing basis, or there is no requirement for this information in the location where the role is posted. Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience, and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position. ## Description The Sr DevOps Engineer owns core DevOps and CI/CD platforms across Azure DevOps and GitHub, enabling reliable and automated application delivery in Azure-hosted and on-prem environments. The role requires strong DevOps engineering fundamentals, proficiency with cloud platforms and Terraform for delivery enablement, and active participation in AI-enabled DevOps practices, including Copilot-assisted development and early agentic automation. The position also incorporates FinOps-aware decision-making to promote cost-efficient operations. This role focuses on core DevOps engineering, including CI/CD platforms, delivery automation, and developer enablement. The position collaborates closely with teams that specialize in cloud infrastructure, reliability, cost optimization, and release coordination, while remaining primarily responsible for DevOps platform ownership., * Own, design, and operate enterprise-grade CI/CD platforms using Azure DevOps and GitHub. * Build, maintain, and evolve pipeline frameworks supporting cloud-hosted and on-prem workloads. * Implement Git-driven (GitOps-style) delivery workflows to standardize deployments, approvals, and release promotion. * Standardize repository structures, pipeline templates, branching strategies, and delivery workflows across teams. * Ensure reliability, traceability, and repeatability of application delivery at enterprise scale. Cloud & Infrastructure Enablement (Growth & Scale Focus) * Operate DevOps platforms across Microsoft Azure and on-prem infrastructure. * Integrate CI/CD workflows with Terraform-based infrastructure in partnership with cloud teams. * Align DevOps delivery processes with cloud and infrastructure standards. * Support containerized and Kubernetes-based platforms (AKS preferred) from a DevOps enablement perspective. AI Adoption & Agentic DevOps (Active Focus Area) * Actively apply AI-assisted tooling, including GitHub Copilot, to CI/CD pipelines, scripts, and DevOps automation. * Identify opportunities to introduce AI-driven efficiencies into build, deployment, troubleshooting, and operational workflows. * Participate in the design and incremental implementation of agentic DevOps capabilities using AI services and MCP servers. * Collaborate with peers and leadership to ensure AI usage aligns with enterprise standards, governance, and adoption goals. Security, Governance & Operational Excellence * Integrate security scanning, compliance checks, and policy enforcement into CI/CD pipelines (DevSecOps). * Apply IAM, RBAC, and governance controls within DevOps workflows. * Ensure observability across DevOps platforms using logging, monitoring, and metrics. * Contribute to resilient, secure, and cost-aware platform operations. FinOps & Cloud Cost Awareness * Apply FinOps-aware practices within DevOps workflows to promote cost-efficient cloud usage. * Collaborate with finance and cloud stakeholders to support cost visibility and optimization initiatives. * Integrate cost considerations into CI/CD pipelines, provisioning workflows, and automation where appropriate. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Go with the Flow: Stop the Leaks Before Your Memory's a Waterfall!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100073-go-with-the-flow-stop-the-leaks-before-your-memory-s-a-waterfall) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [#90DaysOfDevOps - The DevOps Learning Journey](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/548-90daysofdevops-the-devops-learning-journey) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)