Senior DevOps Engineer (Azure AI / GenAI Solutions)
Summary
Senior DevOps Engineer supporting Azure-based GenAI and RAG solutions in a secure enterprise environment. Day-to-day work spans AKS operations, Azure DevOps pipelines, Azure AI Search/Foundry, n8n and LangSmith workflows, plus firewall/WAF and private networking coordination.
We are looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer to join our GenAI development team and support the delivery and operation of cloud-based AI solutions in a secure enterprise environment. The team develops and maintains Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions, Proofs of Concept (PoCs), and AI-powered applications leveraging Azure AI services and modern cloud technologies. This role combines hands-on work with Azure-based services and platforms, operational ownership, and cross-team coordination, working closely with the development team to support AI platforms and applications running on Azure while operating within enterprise processes, security requirements, and operational constraints.
Responsibilities
- Support DevOps activities for Azure-based AI and GenAI solutions
- Support and maintain Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) environments
- Work with Azure DevOps pipelines, release processes, and deployment activities
- Support and troubleshoot Azure AI Search and AI Services (Foundry)
- Support and maintain operational workflows involving n8n and LangSmith
- Coordinate activities related to WAFs, firewalls, private networking, and secure connectivity
- Monitor, investigate, and help resolve operational and deployment-related issues
- Manage and track tickets, service requests, approvals, and dependencies across multiple teams
- Collaborate with development, QA, infrastructure, security, and platform teams to deliver changes and resolve issues
- Drive DevOps-related activities from initiation to completion and ensure timely follow-up on open actions
- Contribute to secure, reliable, and efficient operation of cloud-based solutions
Requirements
- 3+ years of hands-on production experience with Azure, Azure DevOps, and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
- Proficiency in Azure AI Search and AI Services (Foundry)
- Experience with n8n and LangSmith
- Knowledge of WAFs, firewalls, and Private Links
- Experience working in secure enterprise environments with restricted access and governance controls
- Experience supporting production systems through ticket-driven operational processes
- Ability to coordinate activities across multiple teams and stakeholders
- Strong ownership mindset and ability to drive tasks to completion
- Strong organizational, communication, and follow-through skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- English proficiency at B2 level or higher
Nice to have
- Experience with Dataiku or similar data science platforms
- Familiarity with OpenWebUI
- Experience supporting R&D initiatives, proofs of concept, and rapid prototyping environments
- Experience with monitoring, logging, and observability tools
Benefits
We connect like-minded people
- Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
- Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your home
- Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
- Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
- Corporate and social events
We invest in your growth
- Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
- Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
- Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
- Free English classes with certified teachers
We cover it all
- Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
- Comprehensive medical & family care package
- Four trust days per year for personal needs
- Discounts for fitness clubs
- Benefits package (hotels, restaurants, stores and services)
We connect like-minded people:
- Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
- Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
We invest in your growth:
- Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
- Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
- Free English classes with certified teachers
We cover it all:
- Comprehensive medical & family care package
- Seven trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
- Discounts from 800+ partners (sports activities, restaurants, stores and services)
We connect like-minded people
- Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
- Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
- Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
- Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
- Corporate and social events
We invest in your growth
- Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
- Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
- Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
- Free English classes with certified teachers
We cover it all
- Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
- Comprehensive medical & family care package
- Five trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
- Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)
We connect like-minded people:
- Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
- Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
- Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
- Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
- Corporate and social events
We invest in your growth:
- Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
- Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
- Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
- Free English classes with certified teachers
- Discounts in local language schools, including online courses for the Kazakh language
We cover it all:
- Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
- Medical & family care package
- Six trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
- Coverage of psychology sessions of your choice
- Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)
- Housing support program: preferential mortgage access via Otbasy Bank partnership
We connect like-minded people:
- Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
- Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
- Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
- Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
- Corporate and social events
We invest in your growth:
- Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
- Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
- Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
- Free English classes with certified teachers
We cover it all:
- Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
- Medical & family care package
- Six trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
- Coverage of psychology sessions of your choice
- Discounts for fitness clubs and sports programs
- Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)
We connect like-minded people:
- Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
- Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
- Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
- Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
- Corporate and social events
We invest in your growth:
- Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
- Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
- Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
- Free English classes with certified teachers
Discounts in local language schools, including offline courses for the Uzbek language
We cover it all:
- Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
- Medical & family care package
- Four trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
- Discounts for fitness clubs, dance schools and sports programs
- Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)