Lead DevOps Engineer (Azure)

About the job We are seeking a Lead DevOps Engineer to help build reliable, scalable, and rapid-delivery solutions. In this role, you will collaborate closely with team members and stakeholders, ensuring open communication, high-quality results, and continuous improvement in our cloud and DevOps practices. At EPAM Belarus, employees have the flexibility to choose the environment that suits them best. You can work from any location in Belarus, whether it's your home or our offices in Minsk, Grodno, Brest, Gomel, Mogilev or Vitebsk. Responsibilities Design and manage scalable Azure infrastructure optimized for AI/ML workloads Deploy and maintain Azure AI technologies (OpenAI, AI Search, AI Foundry, APIM) for R&D and production Automate application deployment and scaling using Kubernetes Collaborate across development and QA teams to build robust CI/CD pipelines for rapid prototyping Implement security, compliance, and cost-management best practices Troubleshooting Stay ahead of the curve on new cloud, AI, and DevOps advancements Requirements Azure Stack: At least 2 years of building secure, well-architected cloud environments AI Infrastructure: Experience with modern Azure AI tooling (AI Search, OpenAI, AI Foundry, AIM, AI Hub) Containers: Solid hands-on experience with Kubernetes orchestration Observability & Automation: Familiarity with Seq for monitoring, alongside a strong grasp of modern CI/CD with Azure DevOps practices Experience in Azure infrastructure operations with Azure Monitor and other tools We offer 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 LinkedIn Learning and Get Abstract 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) EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our clients, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here, you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to numerous innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to learn and grow continuously. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, diverse community to help you discover your fullest potential.