Cloud Platform & DevOps Engineer (Azure & Kubernetes)

Global, Marlow, UK +2

The role

Cloud Platform & DevOps Engineer (Azure & Kubernetes) - Marlow, London or Glasgow, UK

We’re a leader in data and AI. Through our software and services, we inspire customers around the world to transform data into intelligence - and questions into answers.

If you're looking for a dynamic, fulfilling career with flexibility and a world-class employee experience, you'll find it here. We're recognized around the world for our inclusive, meaningful culture and innovative technologies by organizations like Fast Company, Forbes, Newsweek and more.

The SAS Cloud Managed Services team is looking for a Cloud Platform & DevOps Engineer to join the SAS Cloud team in SAS’s Cloud and Information Services division. You will be responsible for managing, deploying, and operating application platforms in a multi-cloud environment (primarily Microsoft Azure, alongside AWS).

In this role, you will own cloud infrastructure engineering functions, containerized application deployments, Kubernetes cluster management, and operational automation workflows.

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Cloud Platform & DevOps Engineer (Azure & Kubernetes)

Global, Marlow, UK +2

The role

Cloud Platform & DevOps Engineer (Azure & Kubernetes) - Marlow, London or Glasgow, UK

We’re a leader in data and AI. Through our software and services, we inspire customers around the world to transform data into intelligence - and questions into answers.

In this role, you will own cloud infrastructure engineering functions, containerized application deployments, Kubernetes cluster management, and operational automation workflows.

What you need

Required qualifications

5+ years of experience as a Cloud Engineer, DevOps Engineer, or Platform Engineer.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Kubernetes & Docker: Strong hands-on experience with containerization (Docker image creation) and container orchestration (Kubernetes management and deployment).
Cloud Platforms: Solid expertise in Microsoft Azure (primary) and AWS.
Linux & Scripting: Hand-on experience in Unix/Linux administration and strong scripting skills (Python & Bash).
Monitoring & Workflows: Experience with Datadog (or similar monitoring tools) and workflow orchestration platforms like Apache Airflow.
Operations: Experience working with ITSM and task tracking tools (ServiceNow, Jira, Confluence), with comfort working in shift-based models supporting global teams.
Proficiency in Unix/Linux administration
Proof of right to work in the UK
Ability to obtain SC clearance
Equivalent combination of related education, training and experience may be considered in place of the above qualifications.

Additional competencies, knowledge and skills

Communication – Conveying information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message, listening actively to others.
Collaboration – Working cooperatively with others to help a team or work group achieve its goals.
Building Trusting Relationships – Using appropriate interpersonal styles to establish effective relationships with customers and internal partners; interacting with others in a way that promotes openness and trust and gives them confidence in one’s intentions.
Driving for Results – Setting high goals for personal and group accomplishment; using measurement methods to monitor progress toward goals; tenaciously working to meet or exceed goals while deriving satisfaction from that achievement and continuous improvement.
Strong problem-solving in fast-paced, multi-tasking environments
Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Ansible.
Knowledge of CI/CD pipeline automation (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins).
High-level understanding of cloud data workflows and DevOps integration practices.

You are welcome here.

At SAS, it’s not about fitting into our culture – it’s about adding to it. We believe our people make the difference. Our inclusive workforce brings together unique talents and inspires teams to create amazing software that reflects the diversity of our users and customers.

Additional Information

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Cloud Platform & DevOps Engineer (Azure & Kubernetes)

The role

Cloud Platform & DevOps Engineer (Azure & Kubernetes)

The role

What you will do

What you need

Required qualifications

Additional competencies, knowledge and skills

Additional Information

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