DevOps Engineer - Defence
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Job description
We're seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to significantly contribute to our DevOps efforts. In this role, you'll lead smaller projects, guide junior engineers, and shape our technical direction in DevOps practices. You will also actively participate in the entire DevOps lifecycle, focusing on automating and streamlining software delivery pipelines using modern DevOps tools and methodologies.
Responsibilities
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Design build and manage cloud infrastructure on Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) using Terraform and Ansible.
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Develop and deploy scalable and secure applications using NodeJS ReactJS and RESTful APIs. Ensure seamless integration with Elasticsearch and Apache NiFi.
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Design and implement CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins Kubernetes and OpenShift to automate testing building and deployment of applications.
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Implement containerization using Docker Podman and Buildah and orchestration using Kubernetes and OpenShift.
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Understand and implement security best practices in accordance with DevOps principles.
Requirements
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Proven experience in DevOps practices and CI/CD pipeline development.
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Strong scripting and programming skills (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell).
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Exposure to containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
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Understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
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Excellent knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git).
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Experience with detecting and resolving security vulnerabilities
As an equal opportunities' employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. However, for you to be eligible for this role, you must have the valid right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we do not offer visa sponsorship and have no future plans to do so. You must be a resident in the UK and have been living continuously in the UK for the last 10 years. You must be able to hold or gain a UK government security clearance.
Preferred technical and professional experience
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Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, CircleCI).
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Familiarity with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
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Knowledge of infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
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Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, ELK Stack, Datadog).
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Passion for continuous learning and professional development.
Benefits & conditions
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Many training opportunities from classroom to e-learning, mentoring and coaching programs and the chance to gain industry recognized certifications
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Regular and frequent promotion opportunities to ensure you can drive and develop your career with us
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Feedback and checkpoints throughout the year
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Diversity & Inclusion as an essential and authentic component of our culture through our policies and process as well as our Employee Champion teams and support networks
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A culture where your ideas for growth and innovation are always welcome
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Internal recognition programs for peer-to-peer appreciation as well as from manager to employees
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Tools and policies to support your work-life balance from flexible working approaches, sabbatical programs, paid paternity leave, maternity leave and an innovative maternity returners scheme
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More traditional benefits, such as 25 days holiday (in addition to public holidays), private medical, dental & optical cover, online shopping discounts, an Employee Assistance Program, life assurance and a group personal pension plan of an additional 5% of your base salary paid by us monthly to save for your future.
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