DevOps Engineer

Woolley Green
1 month ago
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Are you ready to redefine the future of defence technology? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking organisation working on innovative projects that save lives and transform the battlefield. As a DevOps Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering cutting-edge solutions within a collaborative and inspiring work environment. With a focus on career progression, flexible benefits, and a supportive team, this is an opportunity to be part of something truly impactful.

What You Will Do:

  • Develop and maintain continuous integration pipelines, ensuring they are operational and deliver the required outputs for project teams.

  • Act as the primary DevOps interface for projects, understanding their unique requirements and development processes.

  • Monitor the DevOps environment, respond to events, and implement necessary changes or improvements.

  • Conduct research on evolving DevOps tools and processes, providing suggestions for enhancements.

  • Execute tests in prototype environments to validate proposed changes, collaborating with senior engineers to ensure optimal solutions.

  • Suggest and implement minor improvements to DevOps processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

    What You Will Bring:

  • A relevant engineering or computer science degree, or equivalent experience.

  • Working knowledge of version control systems such as Git, SourceTree, and SVN.

  • Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, PowerShell, and Bash.

  • Experience with continuous integration systems like Jenkins, GitHub Enterprise, or GitLab.

  • Familiarity with configuration management systems such as Ansible and Packer.

  • You must be eligible for SC + DV level clearance.

    As a DevOps Engineer, you will contribute to the success of multiple projects by ensuring robust configuration management and efficient build solutions. This role supports the development and production of key management solutions, which are critical for secure communication at both tactical and strategic levels. Your expertise will directly impact the organisation's ability to deliver innovative and trusted solutions to its customers.

    Location:

    The role is onsite based in Maidenhead

    Interested?:

    Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference in a role that combines innovation, collaboration, and career development. Apply today and take the next step towards an exciting future as a DevOps Engineer.

    Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

    In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included

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