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DevOps Engineer II

MetLife

DevOps Engineer II

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Hyderabad, Telangana, IND

Hybrid

Senior level

Fintech • Information Technology • Insurance • Financial Services • Big Data Analytics

At MetLife, we’re a purpose-driven company that helps our customers build a more confident future.

The Role

Designs and manages Azure Kubernetes Service clusters and cloud-native platforms. Develops Helm charts, Kubernetes YAML resources, and CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions. Manages Docker workloads and registries, implements monitoring with Azure Monitor, Prometheus, and Grafana, and applies platform security practices. Troubleshoots cluster, networking, storage, deployment, and pipeline issues while collaborating with development, QA, cloud engineering, and platform teams.

Summary Generated by Built In

Description and Requirements
Role Value Proposition
Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Azure DevOps Engineer with strong expertise in Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Kubernetes administration, Helm chart development, and CI/CD automation. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable, secure, and highly available cloud-native solutions on Microsoft Azure.
This role requires hands-on experience in container orchestration, infrastructure automation, deployment pipelines, monitoring, and DevOps best practices to support modern application delivery and platform engineering initiatives.
Key Responsibilities

Design, deploy, configure, and manage Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters for scalable and secure application hosting.
Develop, customize, maintain, and optimize Helm Charts for microservices and platform components.
Build, implement, and enhance CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions.
Create and maintain Kubernetes resource definitions using YAML, including Deployments, Services, Ingress, ConfigMaps, Secrets, RBAC, and Network Policies.
Manage containerized applications using Docker and container registries such as Azure Container Registry (ACR) and GitHub Packages.
Implement automated deployment strategies and release management processes.
Configure and maintain monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions using Azure Monitor, Prometheus, Grafana, and related tools.
Ensure platform security through RBAC, Secret Management, Network Security Policies, and Azure security best practices.
Collaborate with Development, QA, Cloud Engineering, and Platform teams to ensure seamless software delivery.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Kubernetes workloads, cluster performance, networking, storage, and CI/CD pipelines.
Continuously evaluate and implement DevOps best practices to improve deployment reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
Azure certifications such as:

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) (Preferred)

Technical Skills
Cloud & Containerization

Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
Expertise in Docker containerization and image optimization.
Experience managing container registries such as Azure Container Registry (ACR).

Kubernetes & Helm

Deep understanding of Kubernetes architecture and core concepts:

Pods

Deployments

Services

Ingress Controllers

Namespaces

ConfigMaps

Secrets

Horizontal Pod Autoscaler (HPA)

RBAC

Network Policies

Strong expertise in Helm Chart development, templating, packaging, and deployment.

CI/CD & Automation

Extensive experience with Azure DevOps Pipelines and/or GitHub Actions.
Strong command of YAML scripting for pipeline automation and Kubernetes deployments.
Experience implementing automated build, test, deployment, and release workflows.

Monitoring & Observability

Hands-on experience with:

Azure Monitor

Log Analytics

Prometheus

Grafana

Ability to implement proactive monitoring, alerting, and troubleshooting strategies.

Version Control & Collaboration

Strong proficiency in Git, branching strategies, pull requests, and code review processes.
Experience working within Agile/Scrum environments.

Troubleshooting

Strong analytical and debugging skills for:

AKS clusters

Containerized workloads

Networking issues

Deployment failures

Pipeline optimization

Good to Have

Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and/or Bicep.
Experience with Istio and service mesh implementations.
Knowledge of vCluster environments.
Experience with Azure Function Apps and serverless architectures.
Familiarity with container and Kubernetes security tools such as:

Trivy

Aqua Security

Prisma CloudUnderstanding of DevSecOps practices and vulnerability management.

Understanding of DevSecOps practices and vulnerability management.

Experience (in years) - 5+ years
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and Fortune World's 25 Best Workplaces™, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
As part of our New Frontier strategy, MetLife is building an AI-enabled, people-centered future. We're looking for people who bring curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset as we use AI to enhance how we serve customers, support communities, and evolve the way work gets done. At MetLife, AI is a responsible partner that supports human judgment, creativity, and continuous improvement while helping us build trust, inclusion, and long-term value.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we're inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it's #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
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Skills Required

At least 5 years of relevant experience
Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and Azure Kubernetes Service
Expertise in Docker containerization and image optimization
Experience managing Azure Container Registry or similar container registries
Deep understanding of Kubernetes architecture and core resources, including Pods, Deployments, Services, Ingress, Namespaces, ConfigMaps, Secrets, HPA, RBAC, and Network Policies
Strong expertise in Helm chart development, templating, packaging, and deployment
Extensive experience with Azure DevOps Pipelines and/or GitHub Actions
Strong command of YAML scripting for pipeline automation and Kubernetes deployments
Experience implementing automated build, test, deployment, and release workflows
Hands-on experience with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Prometheus, and Grafana
Strong proficiency with Git, branching strategies, pull requests, and code reviews
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
Strong analytical and debugging skills for AKS, containerized workloads, networking, deployments, and pipelines
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator Associate certification
Microsoft Certified Azure DevOps Engineer Expert certification
Certified Kubernetes Administrator certification
Experience with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and/or Bicep
Experience with Istio and service mesh implementations
Knowledge of vCluster environments
Experience with Azure Function Apps and serverless architectures
Familiarity with Trivy, Aqua Security, or Prisma Cloud
Understanding of DevSecOps practices and vulnerability management

What the Team is Saying

MetLife Compensation & Benefits Highlights

Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with employer match alongside a company-funded pension for eligible U.S. roles, with an auxiliary match referenced for higher earners. This combination is described as uncommon and valuable among large U.S. employers.
Healthcare Strength — Health coverage spans company-paid and subsidized medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, complemented by an EAP and no‑cost condition‑management programs (e.g., cancer care, diabetes, musculoskeletal, family‑building). These resources position core coverage and wellbeing supports as a standout element of the package.
Parental & Family Support — Time‑off and family programs include competitive PTO, paid parental leave (commonly cited at up to 8–10 weeks for eligible U.S. employees), and caregiving supports such as backup child and elder care and adoption assistance. Additional supports like family‑building services and resources for traveling nursing parents are also highlighted.

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Year Founded: 1868

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We're honored to be No. 10 on Great Place to Work's World's Best Workplaces and recognized in the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list in 2025. At MetLife, we're leading the global transformation of an industry we’ve defined for over 157 years. At MetLife, every innovation and line of code is a lifeline for our customers and their families—from victims of natural disasters to people living with disabilities and beyond. With operations in more than 40 markets and leading positions across the globe, MetLife fosters an inclusive culture where our people are energized and inspired to deliver for our customers and communities. Join our remarkable journey—one in which you help write the next century of innovation in financial services—because with MetLife, making the world a better place is All Together Possible.

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