DevOps Engineer

Location: London, Leeds, or Manchester (Hybrid/Flexible options available)

Role Overview

We are seeking experienced DevOps Engineers to join our growing team within the UK Defence sector. You will work in a multifunctional environment, collaborating across Infrastructure, DevOps, and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) to deliver high-quality, cutting-edge solutions for mission-critical projects.

Core Responsibilities

• Infrastructure as Code: Utilize tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Cloud Platforms: Deploy and manage environments in GCP or Azure (Required).
• CI/CD: Implement and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines and automation tooling.
• Scripting: Write and maintain scripts using Shell, Bash, or Python.
• Agile Delivery: Work effectively within Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, etc.).
• Problem Solving: Demonstrate strong technical troubleshooting skills and a desire to learn new technologies.

Desired Skills & Experience

We are committed to professional development and will support you in gaining experience in the following:

• Configuration Management: Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
• Containerization: Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes or OpenShift.
• System Administration: Solid understanding of Linux, networking, routing, and firewalls.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexibility: We embrace hybrid working to help you balance professional and personal commitments.
• Growth: Access to lifelong learning and internal mobility to rotate between different projects.
• Inclusion: We foster a supportive culture where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone is empowered to succeed.

Security Requirements

Due to the nature of our work, candidates must be eligible for UK security clearance.

• Minimum Requirement: Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS).
• Higher Vetting: Many roles require SC or DV clearance, typically necessitating 5–10 years of continuous UK residency.