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Job Description
Staff DevOps Engineer
Location: Portsmouth (Hybrid - Minimum 2 days per week on-site)
Duration: 31st March 2027
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Clearance Requirements: Active SC Clearance and Sole UK Nationality (Essential/Non-negotiable)
About The Programme
We are looking for a DevOps Engineer to join a critical, secure programme operating along cutting-edge, experimental lines. This is not a standard infrastructure maintenance pipeline role; you will be responsible for leading the integration and containerization of Machine Learning (ML) models on a service basis to support the evolving needs of the programme.
Operating within a fast-paced, 2-week sprint model, this position demands top-tier DevOps expertise combined with a strong focus on secure architecture design and high-assurance engineering compliance.
Key Deliverables and Responsibilities
- ML Model Integration: Deliver seamless, service-based integration of experimental Machine Learning models into secure environments.
- Containerization and Orchestration: Design, implement, and manage robust, production-grade Kubernetes and Docker container architectures.
- Security Architecture: Embed DevSecOps best practices and security controls across all infrastructure layers, ensuring compliance with strict security standards.
- Agile Delivery: Collaborate closely with data science and software engineering teams to deliver iterative infrastructure updates within 2-week agile sprints.
- Programme Support: Provide technical leadership, architectural documentation, and engineering mentoring to ensure repeatable and secure software delivery.
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Essential Technical Skills And Experience
- Production Containerization: Deep, hands-on expertise with Kubernetes orchestration and Docker containerization.
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Proven track record automating secure, complex cloud or on-prem environments using tools like Terraform and Ansible.
- Security and Vulnerability Gating: Solid understanding of security architecture, including container scanning, vulnerability remediation, and network hardening within secure/classified settings.
- CI/CD Pipelines: Experience designing and optimizing automated deployment pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps).
- Adaptability: Comfort working in fluid, experimental environments where requirements shift dynamically based on software and model development.
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Logistics and Compliance Notes
- Travel: Minimum 2 days per week on-site in Portsmouth is required, with the possibility of occasional travel to other client sites or international destinations.
- Nationality Constraint: Due to strict national security regulations, applicants must be Sole UK Nationals. Dual citizens cannot be considered for this position.
- Clearance: Candidates must hold a valid, active SC Clearance at the time of application
£750.00 - £800.00 / day
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