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# Senior DevOps Engineer

- **Company:** SSE plc
- **Location:** Renfrew, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £61,620.0 - £75,592.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** .NET Framework, Agile Methodology, Application Packaging, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Databases, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Github, Groovy, Python (Programming Language), Windows PowerShell, Release Management, Cloud Services, Software Deployment, Cloud Monitoring, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Terraform, Splunk, Servicenow, Golang
- **Published:** June 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=cc11023918103274

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Terraform?, * Extensive experience in cloud infrastructure and DevOps, with deep expertise in Terraform for infrastructure as code and strong proficiency in Azure resource management, including networking, storage, databases, and compute services.

 * Advanced CI/CD knowledge, with hands-on experience using tools like Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions, and a solid grasp of release management, Agile delivery, and automation best practices.
 * Strong programming skills in languages such as PowerShell, Bash, Golang, Groovy, Python or C# /.NET, with a keen focus on implementing secure, scalable, and maintainable solutions.
 * Technically curious and proactive, with a passion for continuous learning and improvement, and a strong understanding of Azure monitoring, alerting, and security frameworks.

## Description

As a Senior DevOps Engineer, you'll join a team of developers working in Agile practices to modernise SSE Energy Markets IT practices. You will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and scalability of our EM IT estate in both cloud and traditional on prem deployments; focusing on application packaging, code deployment, automation, infrastructure as code, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines. Your expertise in cloud services (Azure), security, and automation will be instrumental in driving forward the digital transformation initiatives., * Design and deliver scalable cloud solutions, including infrastructure as code (Terraform), application packaging and deployment, integrations, and App Services-ensuring cost efficiency and adherence to best practices.

 * Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools like Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions, collaborating closely with development teams to streamline release management and accelerate delivery.
 * Implement robust monitoring and alerting frameworks with tools such as Splunk, Azure Monitor, and ServiceNow integration, proactively identifying issues and supporting incident management.
 * Drive automation, security, and compliance, optimising infrastructure, reducing manual tasks, maintaining documentation, supporting ITIL processes, and participating in on-call rotations for critical system support.


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