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Lead DevOps Engineer

Posted by Placements24
newcastle upon tyne, tyne and wear, NE1 4AB, United Kingdom
Job type not listed
Full time
£75,000 - £75,000 Per Annum

Job Description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead DevOps Engineer to spearhead their infrastructure and operations initiatives in Newcastle upon Tyne . This pivotal role involves leading the charge in automating and streamlining our software development and deployment processes. You will be instrumental in building and maintaining scalable, reliable, and secure cloud infrastructure, fostering a culture of collaboration between development and operations teams. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant impact, shaping the future of our technology stack and contributing to our mission of delivering cutting-edge software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage robust CI/CD pipelines for automated building, testing, and deployment.
Oversee and optimize cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure/GCP), ensuring scalability, security, and cost-effectiveness.
Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or Ansible.
Implement comprehensive monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions to ensure system health and performance.
Lead incident response efforts, troubleshoot complex issues, and implement preventative measures.
Mentor and guide a team of DevOps engineers, fostering best practices and professional growth.

Requirements

Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer, with at least 3 years in a lead or senior capacity.
Strong expertise in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Hands-on experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and IaC tools.
Solid understanding of networking, security principles, and system administration.
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

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