About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior DevOps Engineer to take a lead role in the automation and improvement of our Hybrid Cloud Services. You will play a central role in designing, building and testing continuous integration and delivery pipelines for the deployment of cloud components.
This is a great opportunity to:
- Join a highly motivated, technically excellent, engaged and connected team to deliver effective change initiatives within the NFU Mutual.
- Design, deliver, support and govern our next generation of cloud infrastructure technologies and practices in order for Group IT to deliver agile, lean and effective change to our business.
- Promote a culture of trust, collaboration and openness to shape the delivery of our Azure Cloud Services. Use your experience in DevOps practices to drive results that provide value and efficiencies in the delivery of NFU Mutual’s Hybrid Cloud.
As a Senior DevOps Engineer, you will:
- Lead the delivery of automated, efficient, reliable and secure releases through a DevOps Toolchain by embedding DevOps practices.
- Build and maintain effective working relationships and collaborate with internal teams, peers and external 3rd parties ensuring Cloud Infrastructure services remain aligned with the Microsoft Product Roadmap.
- Provide leadership and deep, hands-on development expertise and guidance to drive adoption of modern development practices to provide assurance through the DevOps lifecycle.
- Plan, design and implement the delivery of Cloud Service capabilities through the use of everything-as-code principles.
- Partner with Platform and Domain Architects and stakeholders to coordinate strategies and technology investment recommendations, escalating any issues when needed.
- Prepare and present design governance submissions (such as Key Design Decision) relating to Hybrid Cloud components to other internal teams, peers and stakeholders to aid Agile development and deployment.
- Evaluate, understand and champion new technical tools, processes and development methods to drive continuous improvement in quality and efficiency standards throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Plan, direct and manage the handover of Cloud Services into business-as-usual (BAU) operation and direct the resolution of live technical incidents and system problems as and when required, in accordance with the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) framework.
About You
Essential:
- Experience of operating in a DevOps / agile environment
- Experience of scripting and templating for IaC deployments such as ARM (Azure Resource Manager) / YAML / PowerShell
- Experience in standard Service Management practices
- Knowledge & understanding of cloud principles e.g. Azure Cloud/ AWS
- Effective leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
Desirable:
- Formal qualification in Microsoft Azure technology stack
- Formal qualification in DevOps
- Agile/Scrum certification
- ITIL Foundations
- Experience of operating in a Financial Services environment
Benefits and Rewards
At NFU Mutual we pride ourselves on being “a great place to work” and one of only 39 companies across the globe, and the only organisation with headquarters in the UK, to receive a Gallup Exceptional Workplace 2021 award. We were also named in the LinkedIn Top 25 Companies List 2021. When you join our team, you can expect a supportive culture and an attractive range of rewards and benefits including:
- Competitive Salary
- Annual bonus (up to 25%)
- Contributory pension scheme (maximum of 12% company contribution)
- 28 days holiday per annum (additional holiday purchase scheme)
- Private medical insurance
- Employee discounts
- Gym subsidy
- Health and wellbeing plan
- Life Assurance cover
- Discounts on a range of NFU Mutual insurance policies
About Us
NFU Mutual is happy to offer its employees informal homeworking. Our teams are located in Stratford-upon-Avon, and it would be expected that on average, 50% of your working time would be located from this office with the remaining days home based should you wish. Due to COVID-19, our employees continue to work from home and a return to the office is being planned for later in the year.
One of the UK’s leading general insurance and financial services companies, NFU Mutual has been meeting our customers’ needs for over 110 years. As an employee you are very important to us. We empower and inspire you to perform, offer opportunities to grow and we recognise and reward you for your contribution.
At NFU Mutual we look for people like you, who have customers at the heart of what you do. You recognise that your customers’ financial lives can only benefit by having a financial plan in place that reflects their circumstances both now and in the future.
Senior DevOps Engineer employer: NFU Mutual
NFU Mutual is an excellent employer that values collaboration and innovation, offering a hybrid work model that allows for 80% homeworking. With a strong focus on employee development and a supportive work culture, team members are encouraged to grow their skills in data analysis and coding while making a real impact on customer outcomes. The Stratford-upon-Avon office provides a vibrant environment where employees can connect with colleagues across various departments, enhancing both professional and personal growth.
