DevOps Engineer (Azure DevOps Focus)

About the job Build the Foundation Behind a Growing Platform At HydroCorp, we’re evolving how our software is built, deployed, and supported. As our platform grows, so does the need for structure, reliability, and scalability behind the scenes. We’re looking for a DevOps Engineer who can bring clarity and consistency to our Azure DevOps environment, improve how we release and operate software, and support both our modern Enterprise platform and legacy systems that remain critical to our business. This is not a maintenance role. This is an opportunity to build, improve, and influence how our engineering organization operates. Why This Role Matters Help stabilize and scale a growing SaaS platform Bring structure to how we build, deploy, and release software Reduce operational risk and improve system reliability Elevate the development team through better tools and practices Play a key role in bridging Product, Engineering, and IT What You’ll Do Own and Improve Our Azure DevOps Environment Design, build, and maintain Azure DevOps (ADO) pipelines Improve release processes to be predictable, repeatable, and low-risk Establish deployment visibility and traceability across environments (dev, pre-prod, production) Reduce reliance on manual steps and individual knowledge Strengthen Release and Deployment Practices Standardize how code moves from development to production Partner with engineering to improve branching, merging, and release workflows Support regression and release readiness processes Help the team ship with confidence and consistency Improve Monitoring, Reliability, and Response Implement and refine monitoring, logging, and alerting (Azure Monitor, Application Insights, etc.) Identify and resolve system performance or reliability issues Improve incident response and recovery processes Support post-release and post-incident learnings Support Infrastructure and Environment Consistency Help manage and standardize cloud environments in Azure Introduce or improve infrastructure-as-code practices where appropriate Ensure consistency across environments and deployments Support scaling as product usage grows Administer and maintain Windows Server environments across dev, pre-prod, and production, including patching, performance monitoring, and configuration management Manage DNS records, domain registrations, and SSL/TLS certificate lifecycle across all company-owned domains Maintain and manage vendor accounts, software subscriptions, and third-party service credentials, including onboarding, renewals, and access control Work Across Modern and Legacy Systems Support DevOps practices across both Enterprise and legacy systems Help reduce friction between older and newer systems Bring consistency and stability across a mixed environment This is a practical environment — not everything is greenfield, and your ability to navigate that matters. Elevate the Team Guide developers on DevOps best practices and operational awareness Help the team adopt scalable and reliable patterns Influence how we build, release, and support software Act as a go-to resource for DevOps and operational questions This role does not require formal management, but it does require leadership through expertise. What You Bring Required 4–7+ years of experience in DevOps, SRE, or similar role Strong hands-on experience with Azure DevOps (ADO), including pipelines and release management Experience working within Azure cloud environments Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines Experience with monitoring, logging, and alerting tools Scripting or automation experience (PowerShell, Bash, Python, or similar) Experience working closely with development teams Preferred Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM, Bicep) Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes/AKS) Experience improving release processes at a team or organizational level Experience working in a SaaS environment Experience supporting both modern and legacy systems Familiarity with CIS benchmarks and system hardening practices; experience with security administration tools a plus What Sets You Apart You bring structure to environments that are not fully defined You focus on improving systems, not just maintaining them You take ownership of problems and follow through to resolution You communicate clearly across technical and non-technical teams You are comfortable influencing teams without formal authority Working Model Fully remote role. Most collaboration occurs during Eastern Time Zone business hours. Compensation Salary starting at $100,000+, open based on experience. Compensation is flexible for candidates who bring strong technical leadership and system-level impact. About HydroCorp HydroCorp is a national leader in cross-connection control and water system safety. Our software platforms support municipalities and utilities in protecting public water systems. We are investing in the next phase of our platform, and this role is key to making that growth sustainable. Apply Submit your resume along with a cover letter on the Careers page of our website at https://hydrocorpinc.com/. Tell us about your specific environment you improved, what it looked like when you arrived, what you changed, and what the outcome was. Then briefly explain why this role is the right next step for you. HydroCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, veteran status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or other characteristics protected by law. Must be willing to undergo a background check/drug screening in accordance with local law/regulations.