Location: Cambridge (CB25)
Duration: Permanent
Hours: 9am until 5:30pm (Monday to Friday)
Salary: 60k-70k
Job Reference: 35675
We are looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer for our client based just north of Cambridge. You will play a key part in enhancing overall product quality by working alongside software developers and IT specialists building and managing the critical infrastructure needed for our clients award-winning products.
Responsibilities:
* Management and maintenance of software development infrastructure, which includes version control systems, build servers and deployment environments
* Optimisation of build, test and deployment processes by using Python to develop and implement automation scripts
* Ensuring the software development pipeline remains issue free by troubleshooting and quick resolution of any problems
* Improving software delivery efficiency by collaboration with Development teams
* Ensuring your knowledge is current and relevant in terms of the latest DevOps tools, technologies and best practices
Requirements
Must have -
* 3+ years' experience working as a DevOps Engineer
* The ability to design, build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins and TeamCity
* A solid understanding of Container Technology, preference being in building Docker Containers
* Familiarity with managing version control systems such as Perforce or Git
* Programming abilities using scripting languages, preferably Python, but also Bash and PowerShell
* Strong Linux administration skills and experience in administering VMs
* Use of tools such as Ansible or Puppet to implement infrastructure as Code
* Experience of using static code analysis tools, such as BlackDuck
* Able to use and manage other monitoring tools, such as Nagios, SolarWinds, Grafana, Prometheus etc.
* Experience of resolving complex issues using your debugging skills
* Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical colleagues
* Able to listen and take advice, but also know when to make necessary decisions
Nice to have -
* A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent level of experience) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
* Experience of mentoring less experienced team members
* You have administered Jira
* knowledge and ability with Perl scripting
* You have been a Scrum Master for your team
Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!
Senior DevOps Engineer
Polytec Personnel Ltd
Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 25 days
Landbeach, Cambridgeshire CB25 9FD, England

£60,000 - £70,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- We are seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer for a permanent position located just north of Cambridge, with a salary range of £60,000 to £70,000.
- The role requires at least 3 years of experience working as a DevOps Engineer, focusing on managing and enhancing software development infrastructure.
- Key responsibilities include optimizing deployment processes using Python, troubleshooting software development pipelines, and collaborating with development teams to improve delivery efficiency.
- Candidates should have strong Linux administration skills, experience with CI/CD pipelines, and familiarity with container technologies like Docker.
- Additional skills in scripting languages, version control systems, and tools for infrastructure as code are essential, while a Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.