DevOps Engineer (Migration) – Remote from Ireland

ITSearch · Recruitment agency

Full-time•DevOps•Dublin, Ireland · Remote within Ireland

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Employment type: Full-time
Location: Dublin, Ireland · Remote within Ireland
Workplace: Remote
Category: DevOps

Technologies & skills

Primary technologies

Cloud & infrastructure

Kubernetes Terraform Ansible Azure GCP CI/CD

What you'll be doing

DevOps Engineer (Migration) role focused on executing architectural plans for migrating from on-premises to Azure and GCP cloud environments. Involves working with Kubernetes, IaC tools, and CI/CD pipelines, collaborating with architects and service providers. Remote from Ireland for a financial services client.

Execute migration plans from on-prem architecture to Azure and GCP
Work within existing architectures alongside internal architects and external service providers
Utilize IaC tools (Terraform/Ansible) to map scripting to landing zones, test, and go live
Work with Rackspace Hosting
Apply EKS/GKS Kubernetes Services expertise to improve product migrations
Enhance DevOps deployment pipelines and CI/CD processes

Key requirements

Must-have

6+ years of post grad commercial experience
Track record in on-prem to cloud migrations
Experience with Kubernetes, Azure, GCP, Landing Zones, Rackspace, CI/CD, and automation
Exceptional communication skills (written and spoken)

Nice-to-have

Certifications in Azure (e.g. Solutions Architect) and/or GCP Cloud
PCI DSS Payment Processing experience

Experience: 6+ years of post grad commercial experience

Role signals

Technical focus: DevOps, cloud migration, IaC, CI/CD
Architecture / system design: Indicated in the listing
Hands-on vs management: Hands-on

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Full job description

DevOps Engineer (Migration) – Remote from Ireland

Our client is involved in Financial Services and require an Azure or GCP DevOps engineer to execute various architectural plans as they migrate from on prem to various cloud providers.

The role

Work within existing architectures to execute migration plans from on prem architecture to Azure and GCP, working alongside internal architects and external service providers
Utilising IaC experience (Terraform/Ansible and related tools) to map scripting to landing zones, test and ultimately go live as well as working with Rackspace Hosting
Bringing EKS/GKS Kubernetes Services expertise to bear on current processes and bringing improvement to subsequent product migrations over the coming two years
Deep understanding of DevOps Deployment Pipelines, CI/CD

Requirements

6+ years of post grad commercial experience
Certifications in Azure (e.g. Solutions Architect) and or GCP Cloud will be ideal
PCI DSS Payment Processing experience a definite advantage
Track record in working on on prem to cloud migrations
Kubernetes, Azure, GCP, Landing Zones, Rackspace, CI/CD and Automation
Exceptional communication skills both written and spoken

Please note, we can only accept applications from candidates eligible to work in the EU

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Interview prep pack

Grounded in this listing. Use it to prepare examples before you apply.

Your interview focus

Based on this listing, the role focuses on executing on-prem to cloud migrations (Azure/GCP) for a financial services client, leveraging expertise in Kubernetes, IaC (Terraform/Ansible), CI/CD, and cloud landing zones while collaborating with architects and service providers.

Cloud migration hands-on experience·High
IaC and automation expertise·High
Kubernetes in cloud environments·High
Strong communication skills·High

Only have 30 minutes?

Follow a focused preparation plan based on this job.

Start 30-minute prep

Your 30-minute plan

Review Recent Cloud Migration Projects
0–8 min
Prepare concise stories about your involvement in on-prem to Azure/GCP migrations, focusing on technical and communication challenges.
Refresh IaC and Kubernetes Knowledge
8–15 min
Revisit Terraform/Ansible scripts and Kubernetes deployment patterns relevant to cloud landing zones and automation.
Study CI/CD Pipeline Best Practices
15–20 min
Review how you have built or improved CI/CD pipelines, especially for cloud-native deployments.
Understand PCI DSS and Compliance in Cloud
20–25 min
Read up on PCI DSS basics and how compliance is maintained during cloud migrations in financial services.
Prepare Questions and Communication Examples
25–30 min
Draft thoughtful questions for the interviewer and examples of how you communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Likely questions

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Priority reflects how strongly this topic is emphasised in the job listing, not whether it will be asked.

1Can you describe a recent on-prem to cloud migration project you led or contributed to, particularly involving Azure or GCP?High
Why they may ask
To assess your hands-on migration experience and ability to handle similar projects.
Prepare to discuss
- Clear description of project scope and objectives.
- Specific technologies and methodologies used (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Kubernetes).
- Challenges encountered and how you addressed them.
- Measurable outcomes or improvements post-migration.
Tip: Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your answer.
2How have you used Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform or Ansible to automate cloud deployments?High
Why they may ask
To evaluate your technical depth in IaC and automation.
Prepare to discuss
- Specific examples of IaC scripts or modules you developed.
- How you ensured repeatability and reliability.
- Integration with CI/CD pipelines.
- Testing and validation strategies.
Tip: Be ready to discuss both successes and lessons learned from IaC projects.
3What is your experience with Kubernetes services such as EKS or GKS in the context of cloud migrations?High
Why they may ask
To gauge your expertise in container orchestration during migrations.
Prepare to discuss
- Details of cluster setup, scaling, and management.
- Handling stateful/stateless workloads.
- Security and compliance considerations.
- Performance tuning or troubleshooting examples.
Tip: Highlight any migration-specific Kubernetes challenges you solved.
4Describe how you have improved or built CI/CD pipelines to support cloud-based deployments.Medium
Why they may ask
To understand your approach to automation and deployment efficiency.
Prepare to discuss
- Tools and platforms used (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps).
- Pipeline design decisions and rationale.
- Impact on deployment speed, reliability, or rollback capabilities.
- Collaboration with development and operations teams.
Tip: Quantify improvements where possible (e.g., reduced deployment time).
5How do you ensure compliance and security (e.g., PCI DSS) during cloud migrations?Medium
Why they may ask
To assess your awareness of regulatory requirements in financial services migrations.
Prepare to discuss
- Steps taken to align with PCI DSS or similar standards.
- Collaboration with security teams.
- Use of automated compliance checks or tools.
- Examples of remediating compliance gaps.
Tip: If you lack direct PCI DSS experience, relate to similar compliance frameworks.
6Can you provide an example of working with external service providers or hosting partners like Rackspace during a migration?Medium
Why they may ask
To evaluate your ability to coordinate with third parties in complex projects.
Prepare to discuss
- Nature of the partnership and your role.
- Communication and coordination strategies.
- Problem-solving in multi-vendor environments.
- Outcomes achieved through collaboration.
Tip: Emphasize clear communication and conflict resolution skills.
7How do you approach documenting and communicating technical changes to both technical and non-technical stakeholders?Medium
Why they may ask
To assess your communication skills, which are emphasized in the listing.
Prepare to discuss
- Methods for clear, concise documentation.
- Tailoring communication style to the audience.
- Use of diagrams, presentations, or demos.
- Feedback mechanisms to ensure understanding.
Tip: Prepare a brief example or sample document if possible.

Talking points

On-prem to Cloud Migration Experience
Demonstrate your direct involvement in similar migrations, highlighting challenges faced and solutions implemented.
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Implementation
Showcase your proficiency with Terraform and Ansible, especially in mapping and deploying landing zones.
Kubernetes in Cloud Environments
Provide examples of deploying and managing Kubernetes clusters (EKS/GKS) during migrations or in production.
CI/CD Pipeline Optimization
Explain how you have designed, improved, or automated deployment pipelines to support cloud migration and ongoing operations.
Collaboration with Architects and Service Providers
Illustrate your ability to work cross-functionally, especially in complex migration projects involving multiple stakeholders.
Communication in Technical Projects
Prepare to discuss how you communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

What to research

Azure and GCP Migration Strategies
Review best practices and common pitfalls in migrating workloads from on-premises to Azure and GCP, focusing on landing zones and cloud-native services.
Terraform and Ansible for Cloud Automation
Refresh your knowledge of writing, testing, and deploying IaC scripts for cloud environments, especially for landing zone creation and configuration.
Kubernetes Service Management (EKS/GKS)
Study deployment, scaling, and management of Kubernetes clusters on Azure and GCP, including integration with CI/CD pipelines.
PCI DSS and Cloud Compliance
Understand the basics of PCI DSS and how it applies to cloud migrations in financial services.

Questions to ask

What are the main challenges you anticipate in the upcoming migration projects?
Why ask this? To understand the complexity and expectations for the role.
How is success measured for migration and automation initiatives in this team?
Why ask this? To clarify performance metrics and priorities.
What is the current state of your CI/CD pipelines and what improvements are you seeking?
Why ask this? To identify immediate areas where your skills can add value.
How does the team collaborate with external service providers like Rackspace during migrations?
Why ask this? To gauge the level of cross-company coordination required.
What opportunities exist for professional development or certification support, especially in Azure or GCP?
Why ask this? To assess the company's commitment to ongoing learning.
How are compliance and security requirements (such as PCI DSS) integrated into your migration processes?
Why ask this? To understand the maturity of compliance practices and your expected involvement.

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DevOps Engineer (Migration) – Remote from Ireland

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