The position requires a proactive individual who can join the on-call rota to respond promptly to infrastructure incidents, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum operational efficiency. The role's flexible, remote nature combined with the chance to work on high-profile projects for blue-chip clients makes it a highly attractive opportunity for experienced DevOps engineers seeking career advancement and technical challenge.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have proven experience as a DevOps Engineer with a strong focus on AWS cloud environments. A solid understanding of Linux systems and networking is essential. Candidates should possess hands-on experience with infrastructure automation tools such as Terraform and Ansible, along with familiarity with Kubernetes, including AWS EKS. Proficiency in scripting languages like Bash, Python, or Go is required to automate and streamline processes effectively. AWS certifications are highly desirable, demonstrating a validated level of expertise in cloud architecture and security. The candidate should also have excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication abilities, and the capacity to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and support scalable, secure infrastructure across AWS and private cloud environments.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management using Terraform and Ansible.
• Develop, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines utilizing GitHub Actions to facilitate seamless software deployment.
• Implement comprehensive monitoring and observability solutions with tools such as Grafana, Prometheus, and CloudWatch to ensure system health and performance.
• Manage hybrid networking configurations, including IAM, firewalls, and VPNs, to maintain secure and efficient connectivity.
• Enhance infrastructure security, reliability, and performance through best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support and manage Kubernetes environments, including AWS EKS, ensuring container orchestration aligns with operational requirements.
• Participate in an on-call rota to respond swiftly to infrastructure incidents, minimizing downtime and service disruption.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify infrastructure needs and implement solutions that support business objectives.
• Engage in ongoing professional development through training and certifications to stay current with industry trends and technologies.

Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary range of 65,000 to 70,000, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package that supports your professional and personal growth. The position provides the flexibility of fully remote working, allowing you to work from anywhere with monthly visits to the Guildford office to facilitate team collaboration and company events. The company encourages continuous learning and development, offering opportunities for training, certifications, and attendance at industry conferences. Additionally, employees benefit from a supportive work environment, access to cutting-edge technology, and the chance to work on innovative projects with major clients such as BT, Zoom, and Microsoft. The organization promotes a healthy work-life balance and fosters a culture of collaboration and inclusion, making it an ideal workplace for ambitious professionals seeking to advance their careers in cloud security and DevOps.

Equal Opportunity

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or background. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to serve our clients effectively and fosters innovative thinking within our team. All employment decisions are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply and join our dynamic team dedicated to professional excellence and equal opportunity.