DevOps Engineer - AWS

About the Role

This is a senior-level position within a fast-paced enterprise environment focused on modernising infrastructure and maintaining high standards of security and compliance. You’ll play a key role in designing, implementing, and supporting cloud-native solutions, while mentoring others and driving best practices across the team.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead the deployment and management of Kubernetes clusters, covering architecture, networking, CI/CD, storage, and security.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deliver robust cloud infrastructure solutions.

· Administer and support Databricks environments, including access control, storage configuration, and networking.

· Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues using observability tools and root-cause analysis.

· Automate infrastructure provisioning and maintenance using Infrastructure as Code tools.

· Support system installations, configuration changes, and user access management.

· Enhance system monitoring and reporting in partnership with support teams.

· Work across Agile and Waterfall delivery models to meet project goals.

· Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of learning and growth.

Required Skills & Experience

· Strong expertise in AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda) and/or Azure.

· Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, ARM, BICEP).

· Proficiency in containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes/EKS).

· Skilled in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, PowerShell, or TypeScript.

· Solid understanding of Linux, Windows, and storage systems.

· Experience with monitoring and observability tools (Datadog, CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Coralogix).

· Familiarity with DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles.

· Knowledge of networking and cloud security best practices.

· Experience with Databricks is a plus.

· Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder communication skills.

Benefits Include

· Annual performance-based bonus

· Comprehensive pension scheme

· Flexible working arrangements (remote, hybrid, or office-based)

· Generous holiday allowance with options for sabbatical leave

· Family-friendly policies including parental and care leave

· Professional development support and internal communities