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Engineers who streamline the development and operations processes, ensuring seamless deployment and maintenance of cloud applications. A critical role in the cloud ecosystem, bridging the gap between development and IT operations.

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124
Salary range
£30k – £124k
Hiring companies
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DevOps Engineers are the linchpins of modern cloud computing, responsible for automating and optimising the software development lifecycle. They work closely with developers, IT staff, and other production teams to ensure that applications are deployed efficiently and reliably. In the UK, DevOps Engineers are in high demand, particularly in tech hubs like London, Manchester, and Cambridge, where cloud-focused scaleups and larger consultancies are constantly looking for talent to drive their digital transformation initiatives.

What the role does

Inside the role of a DevOps Engineer

A typical week for a DevOps Engineer is a mix of coding, automation, and collaboration. They spend time writing scripts, configuring infrastructure, and working with cross-functional teams to resolve issues.

  1. 01
    Automate deployment pipelines using CI/CD tools.
  2. 02
    Monitor and maintain cloud infrastructure for optimal performance.
  3. 03
    Collaborate with developers to integrate new features.
  4. 04
    Troubleshoot and resolve production issues.
  5. 05
    Document processes and best practices.
  6. 06
    Participate in code reviews and team meetings.
Salary on the board

£30k – £124k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 116 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

By seniority
£k base
Junior
30
44
2 jobs
Mid
35
120
47 jobs
Senior
44
124
34 jobs
Lead
60
110
21 jobs
Director
90
110
2 jobs
Skills & tools

What hiring managers ask for

% of 147 listings posted in the last 12 months that mention each skill, extracted from job descriptions.

CI/CD
78%
Terraform
75%
Kubernetes
69%
AWS
55%
Docker
47%
Python
45%
Azure
29%
DevOps
27%
Linux
27%
Ansible
25%
Bash
23%
Grafana
22%
Career ladder

From Junior to Principal

A typical UK progression for devops engineers. Years are guidance — strong people move faster, and many senior folks sidestep into research, product or management.

  1. Level 1

    Junior DevOps Engineer

    0–2 yrs

    Assists in the setup and maintenance of development and production environments. Focuses on learning and supporting more senior team members.

  2. Level 2

    DevOps Engineer

    2–5 yrs

    Takes ownership of specific projects and processes. Implements and maintains CI/CD pipelines, and collaborates with development teams to improve deployment efficiency.

  3. Level 3

    Senior DevOps Engineer

    5–8 yrs

    Leads complex projects and initiatives. Provides technical guidance to junior team members and drives the adoption of best practices and new technologies.

  4. Level 4

    Principal DevOps Engineer

    8+ yrs

    Strategic leader in the DevOps space, responsible for defining and implementing the overall DevOps strategy. Advises on architecture and process improvements at an organisational level.

Pathway

How to become a DevOps Engineer

There's no single route, but most people follow some version of these steps.

  1. 1

    Learn the Basics

    Start with foundational knowledge in cloud platforms, scripting, and automation tools. Gain hands-on experience through personal projects or internships.

  2. 2

    Gain Practical Experience

    Work as a Junior DevOps Engineer, focusing on setting up and maintaining development environments. Collaborate with more experienced team members to understand best practices.

  3. 3

    Specialise in CI/CD

    Deepen your expertise in continuous integration and continuous deployment. Implement and optimise CI/CD pipelines to streamline the development process.

  4. 4

    Lead Projects

    Take on more responsibility by leading DevOps projects. Work closely with development and operations teams to ensure smooth and efficient deployments.

  5. 5

    Advise on Strategy

    Transition into a strategic role, advising on DevOps best practices and architecture. Influence the direction of DevOps initiatives at an organisational level.

  6. 6

    Mentor and Innovate

    Mentor junior team members and drive innovation in DevOps practices. Stay ahead of industry trends and continuously improve the DevOps ecosystem.

Live jobs

124 live roles

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DevOps Engineer Azure

The DevOps Engineer will focus on infrastructure automation, cloud operations, and security within an Azure environment. Key responsibilities include designing IaC solutions, managing Azure resources, building CI/CD pipelines, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

eFinancialCareers London, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Lead DevOps Engineer

This role involves leading and mentoring a team of 4 DevOps Engineers, driving DevOps strategy and best practices, and managing Azure cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines. You'll collaborate with engineering, product, and business teams to champion automation and a shift-left engineering culture.

Bristow Holland Ltd Manchester, United Kingdom £90,000 – £100,000 pa
Remote Permanent

Lead DevOps Engineer

This role involves leading and mentoring a team of 4 DevOps Engineers, driving DevOps strategy and best practices, and managing Azure cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines. You'll champion automation and collaborate with engineering, product, and business teams to shape the future of the DevOps function.

Bristow Holland Ltd Birmingham, West Midlands (county), United Kingdom £90,000 – £100,000 pa
Remote Permanent

Lead DevOps Engineer

This role involves leading an agile DevOps team, designing and implementing secure cloud architectures, and mentoring engineers in DevSecOps practices. You will work closely with clients and stakeholders to ensure platform solutions align with strategic goals, while maintaining compliance and security standards.

Tank Recruitment London, United Kingdom £90,000 – £110,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Lead DevOps Engineer FULY

Lead DevOps Engineer (REMOTE)We are exclusively partnering with a global consultancy who are looking for a Lead DevOps Engineer to build a DevOps function from scratch.This is a rare opportunity to define the DevOps strategy, establish standards, and create the...

eTech Partners London, United Kingdom £60,000 – £85,000 pa
Remote

Cloud DevOps Engineer - Mansfield

This role involves evolving a modern Azure-first cloud platform, with a strong focus on Kubernetes (AKS), Infrastructure as Code, and CI/CD pipeline improvement. The engineer will collaborate with development and product teams to enhance platform reliability, observability, and deployment safety. It's a hands-on position driving cloud transformation and platform engineering maturity within a low-ego, collaborative environment.

Akkodis Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £70,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

AWS DevOps Engineer - Cloud Native

This role involves designing, building, and managing AWS cloud environments, developing Infrastructure as Code, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines. You will work on large-scale cloud transformation initiatives, focusing on automation, resilience, security, and performance, while collaborating with highly skilled engineers.

83zero London, United Kingdom £80,000 – £90,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Azure DevOps Engineer

This role involves architecting, delivering, and operating complex cloud and digital platforms for large-scale public sector transformation. Responsibilities include designing and implementing agile delivery pipelines, optimizing platform performance, and ensuring reliability, scalability, security, and compliance.

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler London, United Kingdom £575 – £625 pd
Remote Contract Clearance Required
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Hiring locations

Where this role is hiring

The locations with the most live listings for this role today.

London

Location
22 open

Manchester

Location
11 open

Birmingham

Location
3 open

Newcastle

Location
3 open

Cardiff

Location
3 open

Leeds

Location
2 open
FAQs

Common questions

  • Key skills include proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), scripting languages (Python, Bash), CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab), and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes). Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills are also essential.

  • Career progression typically starts as a Junior DevOps Engineer, advancing to DevOps Engineer, Senior DevOps Engineer, and eventually Principal DevOps Engineer. Each level involves increasing responsibility and strategic influence.

  • Responsibilities include automating deployment pipelines, monitoring and maintaining cloud infrastructure, collaborating with development teams, troubleshooting production issues, and documenting processes.

  • Salaries for DevOps Engineers in the UK vary based on experience and location. For more detailed salary information, please refer to the salary section on this page.

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