Lead DevOps Engineer

We’re seeking an experienced Azure-focused Lead DevOps Engineer to support secure Defence and Government programmes. You’ll lead the design, deployment, and optimisation of cloud platforms, driving automation, reliability, and DevOps best practices within highly secure environments.

• Strong Azure cloud engineering and architecture expertise
• Experience leading DevOps and platform engineering teams
• Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps, Azure Pipelines, and Azure Deployments
• Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates
• CI/CD pipeline design and automation
• Kubernetes (AKS), Docker, Git, PowerShell, and scripting
• Experience delivering solutions within Defence, Government, or other secure environments

Requirements: ? Active SC Clearance with an expiry date after 2030 ? Ability to work on a hybrid basis in London ? Strong stakeholder engagement and technical leadership skills

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-impact programme delivering secure Azure cloud capabilities for critical UK Defence and Government customers.