Azure Platform Engineer for APS
Kyndryl · Hoofddorp, Netherlands · 6d ago
Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.
The Role
APS (Azure Power Squad) is one of the 4 Azure Platform Engineering team within the Public Cloud Platform. We build and operate the secure, compliant and highly automated cloud capabilities that enable more than 400 internal DevOps teams to consume Azure through self-service. Our mission is to accelerate software delivery by providing reusable platform products, automation, governance and cloud-native services at enterprise scale.
We are looking for a senior Azure Platform Engineer with strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure platform services, platform automation, networking, identity, policy and governance, security controls and modern platform engineering practices. This is a hands-on engineering role where architecture, automation, operational excellence and product thinking come together.
Your job
As an Azure Platform Engineer in APS, you will help build and evolve platform capabilities used by hundreds of ABN AMRO engineering teams. You translate consumer needs, security requirements and compliance guardrails into scalable self-service solutions that are easy to adopt and operate.
You will contribute to the design, development, operation and continuous improvement of Azure platform products and services. The work is focused on managed Azure services, reusable automation, secure-by-default patterns, platform integrations and reducing friction for internal consumers.
Key responsibilities include:
- Designing and building self-service Azure capabilities for internal DevOps teams.
- Developing reusable platform products, automation, templates, APIs and integration patterns.
- Improving developer experience by making Azure services easier, safer and faster to consume.
- Embedding security, compliance, policy, identity, networking and governance controls into platform capabilities.
- Operating platform services with a focus on reliability, observability, supportability and continuous improvement.
- Engaging with consuming DevOps teams to understand adoption barriers, gather feedback and improve APS products.
- Collaborating with other Azure platform teams across FSCP to deliver consistent, enterprise-scale cloud capabilities.
- Contributing to modernization of platform engineering practices, including Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD and automation.
Working environment
The Public Cloud Grid is the owner of the Financial Services Cloud Platform (FSCP) and acts as an Internal Service Provider. FSCP is a strategic and highly automated Azure-based cloud platform within Platforms & Technology. It enables ABN AMRO teams to build and run solutions in a secure, compliant and scalable way.
You will become part of Azure Platform Services, a team responsible for platform products and managed Azure capabilities that are consumed by internal engineering teams. APS works closely with 10+ other Azure DevOps teams within the platform organization. Together, these teams deliver the building blocks, guardrails and automation needed to use Azure safely at enterprise scale.
Your profile
We are looking for a colleague who combines deep Azure engineering skills with a platform product mindset. You enjoy building solutions for other engineers, improving developer experience and creating simple, reliable and secure platform capabilities.
Azure and platform engineering
- Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure platform services and cloud-native patterns.
- Experience with managed Azure services, platform automation and reusable service patterns.
- Understanding of Azure networking, private connectivity, identity, RBAC, Managed Identities and security controls.
- Experience with Azure Policy, governance, compliance and secure-by-default platform design.
- Knowledge of Azure Landing Zones and enterprise-scale cloud platform principles is preferred.
Automation and delivery
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, Bicep and/or ARM.
- Experience with CI/CD platforms such as Azure DevOps and/or GitHub.
- Good scripting or programming skills, for example PowerShell, Python, C# or Go.
- Experience building APIs, automation workflows, templates or platform integration patterns is a plus.
Reliability, supportability and operations
- Experience operating business critical cloud platform services
- Understanding of monitoring, observability, troubleshooting and operational excellence
- Awareness of service lifecycle management, support models, documentation and runbooks
- Understanding of cloud cost optimization and efficient consumption of Azure services is a plus.
Collaboration and mindset
- Product oriented mindset: able to balance consumer needs, risk, standardization and scalabbility.
- Comfortable engaging with internal DevOps teams, stakeholders, security teams and other platform teams.
- Able to explain technical topics clearly to technical and non technical audiences
- Growth mindset, service orientation and a strong sense of ownership
- Available for at least 36 hours per week
Who You Are
APS (Azure Power Squad) is one of the 4 Azure Platform Engineering team within the Public Cloud Platform. We build and operate the secure, compliant and highly automated cloud capabilities that enable more than 400 internal DevOps teams to consume Azure through self-service. Our mission is to accelerate software delivery by providing reusable platform products, automation, governance and cloud-native services at enterprise scale.
We are looking for a senior Azure Platform Engineer with strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure platform services, platform automation, networking, identity, policy and governance, security controls and modern platform engineering practices. This is a hands-on engineering role where architecture, automation, operational excellence and product thinking come together.
Your job
As an Azure Platform Engineer in APS, you will help build and evolve platform capabilities used by hundreds of ABN AMRO engineering teams. You translate consumer needs, security requirements and compliance guardrails into scalable self-service solutions that are easy to adopt and operate.
You will contribute to the design, development, operation and continuous improvement of Azure platform products and services. The work is focused on managed Azure services, reusable automation, secure-by-default patterns, platform integrations and reducing friction for internal consumers.
Key responsibilities include:
- Designing and building self-service Azure capabilities for internal DevOps teams.
- Developing reusable platform products, automation, templates, APIs and integration patterns.
- Improving developer experience by making Azure services easier, safer and faster to consume.
- Embedding security, compliance, policy, identity, networking and governance controls into platform capabilities.
- Operating platform services with a focus on reliability, observability, supportability and continuous improvement.
- Engaging with consuming DevOps teams to understand adoption barriers, gather feedback and improve APS products.
- Collaborating with other Azure platform teams across FSCP to deliver consistent, enterprise-scale cloud capabilities.
- Contributing to modernization of platform engineering practices, including Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD and automation.
Working environment
The Public Cloud Grid is the owner of the Financial Services Cloud Platform (FSCP) and acts as an Internal Service Provider. FSCP is a strategic and highly automated Azure-based cloud platform within Platforms & Technology. It enables ABN AMRO teams to build and run solutions in a secure, compliant and scalable way.
You will become part of Azure Platform Services, a team responsible for platform products and managed Azure capabilities that are consumed by internal engineering teams. APS works closely with 10+ other Azure DevOps teams within the platform organization. Together, these teams deliver the building blocks, guardrails and automation needed to use Azure safely at enterprise scale.
Your profile
We are looking for a colleague who combines deep Azure engineering skills with a platform product mindset. You enjoy building solutions for other engineers, improving developer experience and creating simple, reliable and secure platform capabilities.
Azure and platform engineering
- Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure platform services and cloud-native patterns.
- Experience with managed Azure services, platform automation and reusable service patterns.
- Understanding of Azure networking, private connectivity, identity, RBAC, Managed Identities and security controls.
- Experience with Azure Policy, governance, compliance and secure-by-default platform design.
- Knowledge of Azure Landing Zones and enterprise-scale cloud platform principles is preferred.
Automation and delivery
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, Bicep and/or ARM.
- Experience with CI/CD platforms such as Azure DevOps and/or GitHub.
- Good scripting or programming skills, for example PowerShell, Python, C# or Go.
- Experience building APIs, automation workflows, templates or platform integration patterns is a plus.
Reliability, supportability and operations
- Experience operating business critical cloud platform services
- Understanding of monitoring, observability, troubleshooting and operational excellence
- Awareness of service lifecycle management, support models, documentation and runbooks
- Understanding of cloud cost optimization and efficient consumption of Azure services is a plus.
Collaboration and mindset
- Product oriented mindset: able to balance consumer needs, risk, standardization and scalabbility.
- Comfortable engaging with internal DevOps teams, stakeholders, security teams and other platform teams.
- Able to explain technical topics clearly to technical and non technical audiences
- Growth mindset, service orientation and a strong sense of ownership
- Available for at least 36 hours per week
Being You
The “Kyn” in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we’re excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging — being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team — is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That’s The Kyndryl Way.
What You Can Expect
Your career with us isn’t just a job—it’s an adventure with purpose. We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health—because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.
From your very first day, you’ll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won’t just contribute—you’ll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.
We’re here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you’ll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You’ll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you’ll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.
We want you to thrive here—and we’re committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what’s next.
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