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Cloud Platform Engineer (Azure)

About Us:
As the world leader in serving science, we solve the world’s toughest problems, like giving cancer patients hope, ensuring water and food are safe, helping law enforcement solve cases through forensics and most recently, serving as the largest provider of COVID-19 solutions. Our Data Science, Digital and IT careers are a unique opportunity to apply your specialized skills and advanced experience in analytics, statistics, data science, programming, information technology and more to drive our Mission of enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. It’s truly a career where your work makes a positive impact in our world. When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll make an impact inside and outside the company on work that matters. #TechWithPurpose

Role Description:
We are looking for a dedicated Azure Cloud Platform Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role will engage in the comprehensive software development lifecycle (SDLC), involving design, development, testing, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance of software systems. This role requires a solid foundation in software development, the ability to work collaboratively with multi-functional teams, and a commitment to learning and growth within the company.

Our Tech Stack:

• Programming Languages: JavaScript, C# .Net, Azure Bicep, YAML, Python
• Frameworks and Libraries: React, NextJS, .Net Core
• Databases: Azure Cosmos DB, Snowflake, Azure Data Factory
• Cloud Services: Azure - Azure Functions, Service Bus, Azure Storage, Key Vault
• CI/CD: Azure DevOps
• Automation and Testing: PactFlow, Cypress.io, Selenium
• Monitoring and Logging: Azure Monitor, App Insight/Alerts/logs
• Version Control: Git

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to our governance, principles, and ways of working.
• Design, develop, and maintain our product infrastructure and development integration.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers.
• Write clean, scalable, and efficient code.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Qualifications & Experience:
Must have:

• Shown experience as a Platform Engineer or similar role.
• Firsthand experience and proficiency with Azure, Azure Bicep, Arm Templates, YAML and Azure DevOps
• Proven understanding of software development methodologies.
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Strong understanding of serverless architecture and cloud computing principles
• Strong knowledge of TDD, BDD including writing infrastructure tests 
• Excellent critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

Nice to have:

• Experienced with other elements of our tech stack.
• Contributions to open-source projects or personal projects.

 
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Technical Skills:

• Programming Languages: JavaScript, C# .Net, YAML
• Frameworks and Libraries: React, NextJS, .Net Core
• Databases: Azure Cosmos DB, Snowflake, Azure Data Factory
• Cloud Services: Azure - Azure Functions, Service Bus, Azure Storage, Key Vault
• CI/CD: Azure DevOps
• Automation and Testing: PactFlow, Cypress.io, Selenium
• Monitoring and Logging: Azure Monitor, App Insight/Alerts/logs
• Version Control: Git

Soft Skills:

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Communication: Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a team setting.
• Adaptability: Willingness to learn innovative technologies and adapt to changing requirements.
• Time Management: Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities:

Design and Development:

• Collaborate with senior engineers, product managers, and designers to understand requirements and assist in designing solutions.
• Develop scalable, maintainable, and secure software applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.

Testing and Quality Assurance:

• Develop and execute unit and integration tests to ensure software quality.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and alignment to best practices.

Deployment and Operations:

• Assist in implementing CI/CD pipelines to automate the build, test, and deployment processes.
• Deploy applications to cloud environments under the guidance of senior engineers.

Monitoring and Maintenance:

• Monitor application performance and availability using appropriate tools.
• Participate in the resolution of production issues and provide support in troubleshooting.
• Collaboration and Learning:
• Work closely with multi-functional teams to align on project goals and deliverables.
• Seek mentorship from senior developers and actively engage in learning opportunities.
• Participate in team meetings, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends, tools, and technologies.
• Suggest improvements to the development process and toolchain.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.

Performance Metrics:

• Code Quality: Measured through code reviews, alignment to coding standards, and test coverage.

Task Completion:

• Accurate completion of work you're doing and contributions to project landmarks.

System Reliability:

• Uptime and performance of deployed applications.
• Issue Resolution Time: Time taken to identify and assist in resolving production issues.

Team Contribution:

• Participation in team activities, collaboration, and continuous learning efforts.

PPD values the health and well-being of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive.  Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

• Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
• Able to work upright and stationary for typical working hours. 
• Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
• Able to perform optimally under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities. 
• May require as-needed travel (0-20%). 

Benefits
We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory with PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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