Details:
- Salary: £55,000 - 65,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Capenhurst Cheshire
- Date: 12 hours ago
Description:
DevOps Engineer
Salary: £55,000-£65,000 DOE
Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office (including Thursdays)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
About the Opportunity
We are recruiting for an experienced DevOps Engineer to join a growing infrastructure team within an established, technology-driven business.
This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of cloud-hosted infrastructure, automation, CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure security, working closely with Software Development and Technical Support teams.
The successful candidate will join a collaborative and supportive environment, with a strong emphasis on technical best practices, continuous improvement and work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain, develop and optimise Azure DevOps pipelines and CI/CD processes.
Design, implement and manage cloud-hosted infrastructure using Terraform (Infrastructure as Code).
Automate infrastructure provisioning, deployment and operational processes.
Support business-as-usual (BAU) infrastructure activities, ensuring system reliability, security and performance.
Work closely with Software Engineers to streamline deployment processes and improve development workflows.
Take ownership of infrastructure responsibilities, reducing reliance on Software Development teams.
Implement and maintain cybersecurity, technical governance and infrastructure controls.
Identify opportunities to improve infrastructure efficiency, scalability and automation.
Promote DevOps best practices across the wider technical function.
Support containerised applications and cloud infrastructure environments.
Essential Skills & Experience
Proven experience working as a DevOps Engineer or in a similar infrastructure-focused role.
Strong hands-on experience with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
Experience using Azure DevOps, Azure Pipelines and CI/CD.
Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure management, deployment and maintenance.
Experience supporting BAU infrastructure operations.
Strong knowledge of DevOps methodologies, automation and infrastructure best practices.
Ability to work independently, troubleshoot technical issues and take ownership of projects.
Confident collaborating with Software Development and wider technical teams.
Desirable Skills
Strong experience with Microsoft Azure cloud environments.
Knowledge of Kubernetes and containerisation technologies.
Understanding of DevSecOps principles and cloud security.
Familiarity with .NET applications and development environments.
Experience implementing technical governance and cybersecurity controls.
About You
We are looking for a proactive, technically capable DevOps Engineer who can quickly become a valuable member of the team.
You will be comfortable working autonomously, taking responsibility for infrastructure improvements and contributing to technical decisions.
Strong communication skills, a collaborative approach and the ability to balance project delivery with operational support will be essential.
Experience from any industry will be considered, provided you have the relevant technical expertise.
What's on Offer?
Salary of £55,000-£65,000, depending on experience.
Hybrid working - just 2 office days per week.
Excellent work-life balance and flexibility.
Additional company benefits (details to be confirmed).
Collaborative, relaxed and supportive working environment.
Opportunity to take ownership of key infrastructure projects.
Work with modern cloud technologies, automation and DevOps practices.
Join a growing team with opportunities to influence infrastructure strategy and technical improvements.
Apply Now
If you're an experienced DevOps Engineer with strong Terraform, Azure DevOps and CI/CD expertise, looking for a role offering technical ownership, flexibility and a positive team environment, we'd love to hear from you