Entity:

Technology

Job Family Group:

IT&S Group

Job Description:

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You will work as a member of a high-energy, top-performing team of engineers, working alongside technology leaders to shape the vision and drive the execution of ground-breaking compute and data platforms that make a real impact.

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As an Azure Platform Operations Engineer, you will be responsible for the monitoring, maintenance, and support of cloud solutions using various cloud services and tools. This role is part of a highly focused squad that uses several agile methodologies and techniques to ensure performance, reliability, and operational excellence across multiple facets of the cloud simultaneously.

What you will deliverMaintain and develop scripts and code to automate infrastructure provisioning, monitoring, and configuration using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) principles and best practices.Monitor and optimize the capacity, performance, and cost of cloud resources based on business needs and budget constraints.Ingest and manage persistent data for logging and audit purposes while ensuring data security and compliance.Support the maintenance and evolution of cloud solutions—resolving issues, reusing code, improving efficiency, and adopting modern technologies.Configure and manage network connectivity, control planes, and internal resource communication across cloud and hybrid environments.Support operational excellence by applying engineering best practices, tooling, testing frameworks, and effective written and verbal communication!Implement operational cloud security controls including Zero Trust, IAM, encryption, firewalls, and thorough code reviews—especially for AI-generated code or configurations.What you will need to be successful (experience and qualifications)A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field or equivalent work experience.2 to 5 years of experience in IT, including up to 2 years as a Cloud Operations Engineer or in a similar role.Proficiency in scripting and coding languages such as PowerShell, Python, or C#.Strong knowledge of core cloud services, including virtual machines, containers, PaaS offerings, monitoring, storage, and networking.Experience with CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps (ADO) or similar platforms for continuous integration and delivery.Familiarity with data platforms including SQL Server, data lakes, and PaaS-based databases.Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.About bp

Our purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. For over 100 years, bp has focused on discovering, developing, and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide governments and customers with an integrated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Even though the job is advertised as full time, please contact the hiring manager or the recruiter as flexible working arrangements may be considered.

Travel Requirement

Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is eligible for relocation within country

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

Agility core practices, Agility core practices, Analytics, API and platform design, Business Analysis, Cloud Platforms, Coaching, Communication, Configuration management and release, Continuous deployment and release, Data Structures and Algorithms (Inactive), Digital Project Management, Documentation and knowledge sharing, Facilitation, Information Security, iOS and Android development, Mentoring, Metrics definition and instrumentation, NoSql data modelling, Relational Data Modelling, Risk Management, Scripting, Service operations and resiliency, Software Design and Development, Source control and code management {+ 4 more}

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

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