DevOps Lead

We’re hiring a DevOps Lead to join a leading UK digital infrastructure organisation and play a key role in shaping the future of software engineering through AI and modern DevOps practices .

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll manage an agile engineering team while staying close to the technology—owning the full technical stack and driving delivery of cloud-based applications.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and manage a team of engineers, analysts, and QA specialists in an agile environment
• Own the end-to-end tech stac k (frontend, backend, APIs, cloud, databases)
• Drive delivery of scalable, secure cloud-based solutions
• Oversee CI/CD pipelines, automation, and DevOps best practices
• Work closely with stakeholders to shape roadmaps, priorities, and delivery

AI-Driven Engineering (Key Focus)

• Us e AI-assisted development too ls (e.g. Copilot, code generation) in day-to-day coding
• Embed AI across the software lifecycle (design, build, test, documentation)
• Drive adoption o f AI-first engineering practic es across the team
• Ensure AI usage is secure, governed, and aligned to best practice

✅ What We’re Looking for

• Proven experience leadi ng software engineering or DevOps teams
• Strong background in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Hands-on experience wi th CI/CD, Git, and Agile delivery
• Full-stack understanding with a passion for modern engineering practice
• Exposure to or interest in AI-assisted software development

⭐ Why This Role?

• Hands-on leader ship – stay close to the Code
• AI-first appr oach – shape the future of engineering
• End-to-end owner ship – real influence over tech and delivery
• Work on impactful, large-scale digital solutions

Plus a great benefits package

• Reward & Recogni tion: Competitive salary + excellent bonus structure
• Time to Rech arge: 30 days’ annual leave
• Long-Term Secu rity: Pension scheme + life insurance
• Flexibi lity: Hybrid working to support work/life ba
• Health & Wellb eing: Private medical, dental & optical cover
• Lifestyle P erks: Cycle to Work, Electric Car scheme & retail discounts
• Community & Gr owth: Generous refer-a-friend scheme

Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is fundamental to our success. We strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered. By embracing unique perspectives and experiences, we drive innovation and drive our organisation forward, therefore, we recognise the importance of welcoming applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

We want to ensure everyone is able to present their best self throughout the recruitment process so if you require any adjustments, please let us know.

If this role is of interest to you and you would like to find out more, please do apply with an up to date version of your CV