GDS Consulting_Digital Engineering_Azure Cloud Engineering & DevOps - Manager (Cebu)

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Service line: Technology Consulting - Position Title: DE - Azure Cloud Engineering & DevOps – Manager
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About Global Delivery Services
Global Delivery Services refers to EY's worldwide network of service delivery centers. The GDS team plays an important role in EY’s strategy by ensuring effective support to EY’s growth agenda.
Our journey started in 2002 with approximately 200 people. Today we stand at 80,000+ professionals in ten locations around the world. We operate in Argentina, China, Hungary, India, Philippines, Poland, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Spain and the United Kingdom.
Client service is focused on providing Consulting, Assurance, Tax, Strategy & Transactions, and Knowledge support to our clients around the world. The teams enable account teams worldwide to provide seamless, high-quality, value-added support, helping deliver exceptional client service.
Enablement Services provides cost-effective, high-skilled, and innovative services to support EY’s global and local enablement teams. Markets, BMC, AWS, Finance and Accounting, Risk Management, Procurement, People Shared Services, IT Service Delivery and IT Global Infrastructure services, are among the services offered by Enablement Services.
Our innovation specialists serve the GDS Client Service and Enablement Services teams, along with Service Lines, Core Business Services and Sectors. The team brings the desired environment, technologies and skilled teams together for facilitation, rapid prototyping and innovative thinking. The competencies offered include analytics, digital, user experience, mobile technology, infrastructure, Microsoft technologies and open innovation.

The Opportunity
We are the only professional services organization who has a separate business dedicated exclusively to the financial services marketplace. Join Digital & Emerging Technologies Team and you will work with multi-disciplinary teams from around the world to deliver a global perspective. Aligned to key industry groups including Asset management, Banking and Capital Markets, Insurance and Private Equity, Health, Government, Power and Utilities, we provide integrated advisory, assurance, tax, and transaction services. Through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching you will experience ongoing professional development. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities. Sound interesting? Well, this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.
We’re looking for a Cloud Architect (Manager) with expertise and hands-on experience on Cloud Computing and enterprise technology architecture. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a leading firm whilst being instrumental in the growth of a new service offering. 
EY Digital Engineering is a unique, industry-focused business unit that provides a broad range of integrated services that leverage deep industry experience with strong functional capability and product knowledge. The Digital Engineering (DE) practice works with clients to analyse, formulate, design, mobilize and drive digital transformation initiatives. We advise clients on their most pressing digital challenges and opportunities surround business strategy, customer, growth, profit optimization, innovation, technology strategy, and digital transformation.  We also have a unique ability to help our clients translate strategy into actionable technical design, and transformation planning/mobilization.  Through our unique combination of competencies and solutions, EY’s DE team helps our clients sustain competitive advantage and profitability by developing strategies to stay ahead of the rapid pace of change and disruption and supporting the execution of complex transformations.
Your Key Responsibilities
►    Partner with clients, business leaders, and technical workstreams to understand business goals, functional needs, and enterprise architecture requirements.
►    Lead the architectural design of cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure, ensuring alignment with best practices, security standards, and organizational strategy.
►    Architect and oversee the setup, governance, and optimization of Azure DevOps environments across programs and teams.
►    Design enterprise-grade CI/CD architectures supporting on-premises, hybrid, and Azure-based solutions.
►    Define and guide the implementation of CI/CD patterns for diverse technology stacks (Java, .NET, SQL, Data & Analytics, Power Platform).
►    Establish DevSecOps architecture standards and integrate security tools (SonarCloud, Veracode, Fortify, etc.) into delivery pipelines.
►    Provide architectural leadership on automation using Terraform or Bicep—including module design, reusable patterns, and infrastructure-as-code governance.
►    Architect solution orchestration and workflow automation strategies across platforms and tools.
►    Define cloud-native architectures using Azure services such as Logic Apps, Azure Functions, APIM, AKS, Event-driven designs, and microservices.
►    Provide architectural oversight for API design, integration patterns, data flows, and application modernization initiatives.
►    Guide teams through solution reviews, architecture governance, performance optimization, and cloud readiness assessments.

Skills and attributes for success
►    Strong architecture experience across full-stack solutions (Angular/React + .NET, or equivalent modern frameworks).
►    Deep expertise in Azure cloud services across PaaS, SaaS, and IaaS—including application integration, API management, networking, identity, and security.
►    Strong understanding of containerization and orchestration patterns (Docker, Kubernetes, AKS).
►    Expertise in Azure DevOps architecture (pipelines, branching strategies, governance, automation workflows).
►    Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code architecture using Terraform or Bicep, including module libraries, state management, and deployment patterns.
►    Experience designing end-to-end API architectures, data access layers, and service integration patterns.
►    Familiar with enterprise integration frameworks and microservices architecture.
►    Solid understanding of SDLC, agile methodologies, and modern delivery models at a program or enterprise scale.

<< Ideally, you’ll also>>
►    Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear architectural documentation and client-facing presentations (PowerPoint, Visio, Word, Excel).
►    Experience leading cross-functional teams, providing technical mentorship, conducting architecture reviews, and guiding technical decision-making.
►    Proven ability to conduct cloud assessments, define cloud transformation roadmaps, and create reference architectures.
►    Capability to lead evaluations of emerging tools and technologies, drive proofs of concept, and recommend enterprise-ready cloud solutions.
►    Strong stakeholder management and communication skills—able to bridge business, engineering, and executive stakeholders.

<< What we look for>>
►    Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
►    10–14+ years of industry experience, with substantial hands-on cloud engineering/development background or architecture roles.
►    Strong experience with Azure SQL, Logic Apps, Functions, APIM, Web Apps, AKS, and other Azure services.
►    Expertise in Azure DevOps, Terraform/Bicep, Kubernetes, Docker, Angular/React, and .NET.
►    Experience with NoSQL technologies (Cosmos DB, MongoDB).
►    Strong background in designing enterprise CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
►    Experience working within CMMI, Agile, SAFE, or similar enterprise delivery methodologies.
►    Foster teamwork and lead by example
►    Participating in the organization-wide people initiatives
►    Excellent written and oral communication skills;
What we offer you
EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across six locations – Argentina, China, India, the Philippines, Poland and the UK – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career. 
•    Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. 
•    Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. 
•    Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. 
•    Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. 

Our Commitment: As a commitment, we persistently endeavour to embody our values, fulfil our purpose, and champion inclusiveness. Our dedication is to cultivate EY into an environment where diverse perspectives are celebrated, creating a supportive atmosphere for individuals to authentically be themselves and contribute their utmost.
Professional Development: From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe in continuous learning. We offer opportunities to build new skills, take on leadership roles, and connect and grow through mentorship.
People and Culture: In our dynamic workplace, diversity, equity, and inclusiveness are ingrained in our culture. We're united by a commitment to create an environment where every individual's differences are valued, practices are equitable, fostering a sense of belonging. Our shared values include integrity, respect, teaming, inclusiveness, energy, enthusiasm, courage to lead, and building relationships based on doing the right thing.
Benefits: Embark on a transformative career journey with us and indulge in a suite of premium benefits, encompassing exclusive health and wellness packages, enticing rewards, and cutting-edge learning opportunities that empower you to continually grow and excel in your professional and personal development.
How to Apply: If you are passionate to join us and are aligned with our commitment to building a better working world, we invite you to apply by completing our user-friendly form with personal and professional information and by providing your consent to data privacy. 
Successful candidates advance to a competency-based interview. If mutual interest persists, a job offer awaits. 
“We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion”.

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