DevOps Engineer
TES Global
Talbot Green, United Kingdom
2 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Compensation
£ 65KJob location
Talbot Green, United Kingdom
Tech stack
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure
Bash
Cloud Computing
Cloud Engineering
Configuration Management
Continuous Integration
Data Security
Software Design Patterns
DevOps
Issue Tracking Systems
Python
Ansible
Prometheus
Software Deployment
Software Engineering
Data Logging
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Google Cloud Platform
Travis CI
Grafana
Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Containerization
Gitlab-ci
Kubernetes
Terraform
Docker
Jenkins
Microservices
Job description
As a DevOps Engineer, you will be pivotal in implementing best DevOps practices while fostering a culture of continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD). You will collaborate closely with development and operations teams to streamline the software development lifecycle, ensuring that our systems are reliable, secure, and scalable., DevOps Strategy:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive DevOps strategy aligned with the company's goals.
- Continuously evaluate and enhance DevOps processes, tools, and methodologies.
CI/CD Implementation:
- Implement and manage robust CI/CD pipelines for automated software deployment, testing, and monitoring.
- Ensure reliable and timely delivery of software releases.
Infrastructure Management:
- Manage and scale cloud-based infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Apply Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles for provisioning and configuration management.
Security and Compliance:
- Collaborate with the security team to implement best practices for system and data security.
- Ensure systems comply with relevant industry standards and regulations.
Monitoring and Performance:
- Set up and maintain monitoring and alerting systems for early issue detection and resolution.
- Continuously optimize system performance and resource usage.
Documentation:
- Create and maintain thorough documentation for DevOps processes, tools, and practices.
Requirements
Do you have experience in Terraform?, * Proven experience in a DevOps role, with a strong background in both software development and operations.
- Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Travis CI).
- Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Bash, Python, Ansible).
- Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Deep knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- DevOps certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, CKA) are a plus.
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform).
- Knowledge of microservices architecture.
- Familiarity with security best practices and tools.
Knowledge
- Cloud Platforms: Strong knowledge of AWS, Azure, or GCP, including cloud architecture, services, and security models.
- Containerisation & Orchestration: In-depth understanding of Docker and Kubernetes for deploying and managing containerized applications.
- CI/CD Concepts: Solid knowledge of continuous integration and delivery principles, with a focus on automation and streamlining development pipelines.
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Knowledge of IaC frameworks, particularly Terraform, to manage cloud infrastructure via code.
- Microservices Architecture: Familiarity with microservices design patterns and deployment strategies in a cloud-native environment.
- Security Best Practices: Strong understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards for cloud infrastructure and DevOps processes.
- Monitoring & Observability: Understanding monitoring, logging, and alerting tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK) to ensure system performance and issue tracking.
Skills
- CI/CD Tools: Hands-on experience with Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Travis CI, or similar tools for building CI/CD pipelines.
- Scripting & Automation: Proficiency in scripting languages like Bash and Python, along with automation tools such as Ansible for managing configurations and deployments.
- Containerization & Orchestration: Practical skills in deploying and managing containers using Docker and orchestrating workloads using Kubernetes.
- Cloud Infrastructure Management: Expertise in managing and scaling cloud environments on AWS, Azure, or GCP, leveraging services for compute, storage, networking, and security.
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Skilled in using Terraform to automate provisioning and management of cloud infrastructure.
- Troubleshooting & Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills for identifying and resolving complex system issues, especially in production environments.
- Collaboration & Communication: Excellent ability to work cross-functionally, with strong communication and leadership skills for guiding teams through DevOps transformations., * Certifications (Preferred): Holding certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator), or other relevant credentials.
About the company
At Tes we are on a mission to power schools and enable great teaching worldwide, by delivering EdTech solutions that give educators the tools to succeed. From safeguarding and compliance to staff and pupil management, our innovative and flexible software and services help teachers and school leaders worldwide to provide the best education to millions of children.
With more than 13 million educators in our community, combined with our working relationships with 25,000 schools in over 100 countries, we have been making a difference for over 100 years., What do you get in return?
* 25 days annual leave rising to 30
* 5% pension after probation
* State of the art offices
* Access to a range of benefits via My Benefits World
* Free eye care cover
* Life Assurance
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* EAP (Employee assistance programme)
* Quarterly Tes Socials
* Access to an extensive Learning and Development menu
Who are Tes?
Tes is a global Edtech leader, on a mission to empower schools and educators to deliver impactful, inspiring learning experiences worldwide. We understand the unique challenges faced by schools, and our ecosystem is specifically designed to address these needs head-on.
Our intuitive technology streamlines complex tasks, enhances learning experiences, and alleviates the administrative burdens that often overwhelm schools.
By working closely with schools, we provide up-to-date resources, expert guidance, and a technology ecosystem dedicated to innovation and excellence in education. Whether simplifying administrative workflows, creating dynamic classrooms, or advancing professional development, Tes is the trusted partner for schools worldwide.
Join the hundreds of schools already benefiting from the Tes ecosystem. Together, we empower educators to achieve more, ensuring every student thrives in a supportive, well-managed learning environment.