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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.

Open roles
124
Salary range
£30k – £124k
Hiring companies
44
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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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Principal DevOps Engineer - Decision Management Platform

Design and manage cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines for a high-volume, low-latency decisioning platform used in fraud prevention and identity verification. Work with global teams to ensure scalability, reliability, and performance across public and on-prem cloud environments using containerization, automation, and observability tools.

Mastercard Howth, Fingal, Ireland
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Principal DevOps Engineer - Decision Management Platform

Design and manage cloud infrastructure for a high-volume, low-latency decisioning platform used in fraud prevention and identity verification. Build scalable CI/CD pipelines and lead DevOps initiatives across global data centers, leveraging containerization, infrastructure-as-code, and observability tools. Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize performance, reliability, and cost efficiency in both public and on-prem environments.

Mastercard Ashbourne, Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Principal DevOps Engineer- SC Cleared

This role involves leading the design and implementation of secure, scalable cloud-native platforms for high-impact public sector and defence projects. As a Principal DevOps Engineer, you'll work extensively with AWS, Kubernetes, and Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform to build and automate mission-critical systems. The position requires strong technical leadership, Linux expertise, and experience in CI/CD and containerised environments.

Searchability NS&D Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom £90,000 – £105,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Principal DevOps Engineer- SC Cleared

This role involves leading DevOps initiatives for high-impact public sector and defence projects, focusing on cloud-native platforms, Kubernetes, and AWS infrastructure. The Principal DevOps Engineer will provide technical leadership, design scalable systems, and work extensively with automation, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code. The position requires handling sensitive workloads with SC clearance eligibility and involves hybrid working from Leeds.

Searchability NS&D Leeds, United Kingdom £90,000 – £105,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Platform Engineer / DevOps Engineer

This role involves building and maintaining scalable cloud infrastructure, improving CI/CD pipelines, and supporting Kubernetes-based environments. You will work closely with software engineering teams to enhance platform reliability, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvement in a modern cloud-native environment.

Clarify Consultancy Ltd Manchester, United Kingdom £45,000 – £55,000 pa
On-site Permanent

Junior DevOps Engineer / Platform Engineer

This role involves supporting and maintaining cloud-based infrastructure, assisting with CI/CD pipelines, and working with Kubernetes environments. You'll collaborate with experienced engineers to improve operational processes, system reliability, and monitoring tools, gaining hands-on experience with modern DevOps practices.

Clarify Consultancy Ltd Leyland, Lancashire, PR25 2EX, United Kingdom £30,000 – £40,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Junior / Mid-Level DevOps Engineer

This role involves managing CI/CD pipelines, writing automation scripts, provisioning infrastructure with tools like Ansible, and ensuring system reliability and security. The position is integral to the company's DevOps team, supporting the development and operation of their software as a service.

Stratospherec Limited Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Cloud DevOps Engineer AWS

This role involves deploying and maintaining cloud infrastructure for AI and machine learning solutions, building CI/CD pipelines, and supporting the setup of tools for model training and inference. You will work closely with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and secure solutions, with a focus on GenAI projects.

eFinancialCareers London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent
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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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