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How to Apply for Azure DevOps Engineer (Hub-Remote: DC or Philly Metro)

at Element84

🏢 About Element84

Element84 is a mission-driven company specializing in geospatial data and cloud-native solutions, often working on impactful projects like Earth observation and data pipelines for scientific research. With a hub-remote model focusing on DC or Philly metro areas, they value collaboration and engineering excellence in a supportive, growth-oriented culture.

About This Role

As an Azure DevOps Engineer, you will design and implement secure, scalable cloud infrastructure on Azure (and some AWS) using IaC, while optimizing CI/CD pipelines for rapid, reliable deployments. Your work directly enables development teams to deliver software faster and more reliably, supporting Element84's data-intensive projects.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start with a standup to align with development teams on deployment needs, then you'll work on provisioning new Azure resources using Bicep, debug a pipeline failure, and collaborate on a design review for a new microservice architecture. Afternoons could involve monitoring system performance and iterating on IaC modules based on feedback.

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🎯 Who Element84 Is Looking For

  • Has 4-6 years of DevOps experience with at least 2 years focused on Azure, including hands-on use of Azure Pipelines, ARM/Bicep, and Azure Monitor.
  • Is proficient in containerization (Kubernetes, Docker) and managing multi-account cloud environments with IaC (Terraform, Bicep).
  • Understands data engineering concepts and tools (e.g., data pipelines, storage) given the company's focus on geospatial data.
  • Thrives in collaborative, cross-functional teams and can communicate effectively with developers and stakeholders.

📝 Tips for Applying to Element84

1

Highlight specific Azure projects where you used Bicep or ARM templates to provision infrastructure, including challenges and outcomes.

2

Mention any experience with geospatial data or tools (e.g., GDAL, STAC) to show alignment with Element84's domain.

3

Tailor your resume to emphasize CI/CD pipeline optimization and measurable results (e.g., reduced deployment time).

4

Include examples of working with Kubernetes in production, especially on Azure (AKS).

5

Demonstrate your familiarity with Hub-Remote work by mentioning how you stay productive and collaborate across time zones.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your passion for cloud-native solutions and interest in Element84's mission-driven projects (e.g., Earth observation).", 'Specific Azure DevOps achievements, such as designing a multi-account IaC setup or improving deployment frequency.', 'Your experience with both Azure and AWS, showing versatility and ability to work in multi-cloud environments.', 'Your collaborative mindset and experience working with development teams to streamline the software delivery lifecycle.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore Element84's open-source projects and contributions to the geospatial community (e.g., STAC, pyccd).
  • → Read about their work with NASA, USGS, or other earth science organizations to understand their impact.
  • → Check their blog or case studies for insights into their engineering culture and tech stack.
  • → Look into their hub-remote model specifics: how do they support remote employees in DC or Philly metro areas?

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through how you would set up a secure Azure environment with multiple subscriptions using Bicep.
2 Describe a time you optimized a CI/CD pipeline; what metrics did you improve and how?
3 How do you handle secrets management in Azure DevOps pipelines?
4 Explain your experience with Kubernetes networking and monitoring in AKS.
5 How would you approach migrating a legacy application to Azure while minimizing downtime?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic DevOps resume without tailoring to Azure or IaC specifics.
  • Ignoring the data engineering aspect; failing to mention any experience with data pipelines or storage.
  • Not demonstrating an understanding of security in cloud environments (e.g., Entra ID, RBAC).

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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