Open roleExternal
Lead DevOps Engineer
- newcastle upon tyne, tyne and wear, NE1, United Kingdom
- Remote
- Full time
- £75,000 - £75,000 Per Annum
Job Description
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Lead DevOps Engineer to spearhead their cloud infrastructure and deployment strategies in Newcastle upon Tyne . This is a critical role focused on building, automating, and scaling our client's cloud environments to support rapid development cycles. You will lead a team of skilled engineers, foster a culture of operational excellence, and implement cutting-edge DevOps practices. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of our client's infrastructure, working with the latest technologies in a highly collaborative and innovative setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, implementation, and management of cloud infrastructure on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, building, and deployment of applications.
- Implement and manage infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
- Ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of production systems through proactive monitoring and alerting.
- Collaborate with development and operations teams to troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure and deployment issues.
- Mentor and guide junior DevOps engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of experience in DevOps engineering , with at least 2 years in a lead or senior capacity.
- Strong expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their core services.
- Proficiency with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and orchestration.
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI) and scripting languages (Bash, Python).
- Deep understanding of monitoring, logging, and alerting tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary with regular performance reviews.
- Fully remote working options available, providing maximum flexibility.
- Comprehensive private medical insurance and wellness programs.
- Generous pension scheme contribution.
- Significant budget for professional development, certifications, and training.
- A forward-thinking and inclusive work environment that values innovation.