At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to implement and optimise DevOps solutions in cloud environments.
- Company: Leading tech firm based in Birmingham, fostering innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting projects and a supportive environment for continuous learning and development.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of cloud technology and make a real impact on client projects.
- Qualifications: Experience with AWS, Azure, and DevOps tools; strong problem-solving skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Career Level – Specialist & Associate Manager
Location: UK (Birmingham)
Salary: Competitive salary and package (Depending on level of experience)
Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history (typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK) at the point of application.
Qualifications
- Solaris, Linux or Windows experience
- Deep technical know-how and hands‑on experience implementing integrated automation solutions using a broad range of DevOps toolsets.
- Expertise in Infrastructure as Code tools, such as Terraform is preferred.
- Expertise with code repository management, code merge and quality checks, continuous integration, and automated deployment and management using Ansible, Jenkins, and Git.
- Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, Puppet, Chef, Maven, Ant, Ivy, and UrbanCode would be advantageous.
- Experience in DevSecOps, including secret management, tools integration to harden the baseline, and privilege management.
- Associate‑level cloud certification in Azure or AWS.
- Hands‑on experience in Azure and AWS cloud technologies, including compute, networking, storage, and security services.
- Expertise in designing and implementing continuous delivery and/or DevOps solutions across cloud‑native and hybrid environments.
- Experience with approaches and tooling for automated build, delivery, and release of software, ensuring reliability and repeatability.
- Ability to define and manage the roadmap for DevOps implementation in an established operational environment, aligning with business and technical goals.
- Strong knowledge in developing integrated toolset solutions within an enterprise‑wide environment, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and compliance.
- Working knowledge of IT Service Management (ITSM) practices and tools such as ServiceNow, with experience in incident, change, and problem management processes.
- Proficiency in Power BI, with the ability to build dashboards that visualise deployment metrics, cloud cost trends, incident volumes, and SLA performance, using DAX and Power Query for data modelling.
- On‑Call Support – Provide on‑call support outside of standard working hours as and when required to ensure continuity of service and timely resolution of critical issues.
Responsibilities
- Work on multiple projects as part of a wider cloud capability team.
- Get DevOps up and running by overseeing the execution of tools and processes in the DevOps toolchain, and promote the DevOps culture in client organisations.
- Help customers with DevOps projects by providing them with technical, consultative, and delivery services.
- Serve as a trusted automation and tooling advisor for DevOps initiatives by providing clients with objective, practical, and relevant advice, identifying opportunities for optimisation.
- Work with the development teams to meet acceptance criteria, gathering and documenting the requirements.
- Help lead continuous integration, delivery, automation, and infrastructure‑as‑code efforts for multiple cloud service offerings.
- Where required, set up and manage the operation of project development and test environments as well as the software configuration management processes for the entire application development life cycle.
- Help clients transition to DevOps by driving adoption of tools and practices, and by directing elements of the DevOps implementation.
- Resolve and escalate issues as necessary.
- Undertake necessary training and certifications on latest technologies.
Skills
- Solaris, Linux or Windows
- Familiarity with Azure and/or AWS CLI and SDK tools.
- Knowledge of Linux and Windows server operating systems.
- Expertise in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell & Shell.
- Strong incident fault‑finding skills and experience.
- Familiarity with ITSM, Agile methodologies and tools e.g. Azure DevOps, ServiceNow.
- Good communication and problem‑solving skills.
AI Skills
- Understanding of core AI concepts and how they apply within business and delivery contexts.
- Proficiency in AI‑powered workplace tools (such as Microsoft 365 Copilot) to create, analyse, and refine content, automate repetitive tasks, summarise information, and improve workflow efficiency.
- Awareness of Responsible AI principles and adherence to enterprise AI governance, standards, and approved usage guidelines.
- AI Training and/or Certifications, or a commitment to ongoing learning to maintain and grow AI proficiency.
AWS Sys Admin in Birmingham employer: 慨正橡扯
As an AWS Sys Admin at our Birmingham location, you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and collaboration. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth, ensuring that you can advance your career while working on cutting-edge DevOps projects. Join us to be part of a supportive team that values your expertise and encourages continuous learning in a vibrant city known for its rich history and diverse community.
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