Lead DevOps Engineer | London Our client is a prestigious global investment firm recognised for its world‑class technology platform and engineering culture. They are seeking a Lead DevOps Engineer to become the key infrastructure and DevOps presence within their London office, supporting critical trading and business systems across global markets.
This is an opportunity to step beyond a traditional DevOps role and take genuine ownership of infrastructure, automation and cloud platforms. You'll work closely with engineering teams and senior stakeholders, driving DevOps best practices, influencing technical decisions, and helping shape the future of the firm's technology environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and enhance the firm's DevOps ecosystem, including CI/CD, infrastructure automation and platform tooling
- Drive DevOps best practices across deployment, release management and operational processes
- Automate and optimise Linux infrastructure, ensuring scalability, resilience and performance
- Build and improve cloud‑based DevOps solutions across AWS, Kubernetes and containerised environments
- Partner closely with engineering teams to streamline delivery, automation and platform reliability
Key Skills
- Strong background in DevOps, Platform Engineering, SRE or Infrastructure Engineering
- Deep Linux administration and automation experience
- Strong scripting skills with Python, Bash or PowerShell
- Hands‑on experience with Terraform, Puppet or other Infrastructure-as-Code tools
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git, Jenkins and/or GitHub Actions
- Strong Kubernetes, Docker and cloud experience, ideally AWS
- A proactive mindset, excellent communication skills and a genuine ownership mentality
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DevOps Engineer - Selby Jennings employer: eFinancialCareers
As a leading global asset manager based in London, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that values innovation and collaboration. Our employees benefit from comprehensive professional development opportunities, competitive compensation packages, and the chance to work with cutting-edge AI tools that enhance their skills and productivity. Join us to be part of a team that not only drives success but also prioritises employee well-being and growth in a vibrant city.
