Junior DevOps Engineer in Edinburgh

Sparta Global is looking for passionate and committed individuals who want to kickstart a career in technology! You must be willing to complete full-time training in our DevOps Engineer programme and will then be assigned to work in a junior role with one of our trusted client partners as a 'Spartan' consultant.

We are seeking DevOps Engineer, Technical Consultants to join our team. By utilising DevOps, businesses deliver systems faster, cheaper and without sacrificing high quality. It is an environment, a philosophical mindset and a real-world framework that brings together development and operations so that organisations can create stable, repeatable platforms for product deployment.

To become a DevOps specialist, you need to have both technical and soft skills to seamlessly integrate with multiple teams. Engineers use tools to deploy infrastructure as code, create automation and test the platform during deployment and hook in monitoring systems for rapid up-to-date reporting.

As a DevOps Engineer, you will be collaborating with the development and operations teams to automate the deployment of applications to multiple environments. You will be responsible for monitoring the health and performance of systems and troubleshooting issues as they arise. You will implement and maintain infrastructure as code to manage and provision resources effectively, while contributing to the development and improvement of DevOps practices and processes.

We're not expecting you to be an expert right away - that's where our award-winning Academy comes in. We’re experts in building skills and confidence in a fun and supportive environment that will not only challenge but develop you into a confident and capable consultant. You will embark on a transformative development journey that combines academic learning, coaching, mentorship, real-world client projects, and continuous growth opportunities across a variety of industries and sectors.

How it works:

• Learn: Complete a period of full-time Academy training when you join Sparta Global. All training is delivered remotely by our team of industry-professional trainers and is paid from day one.
• Work: At the successful completion of training, you will become a 'Spartan' consultant and be available for assignment to work with one of our clients as a DevOps Engineer Technical Consultant!
• Grow: You’ll work with our client for up to 24 months, be able to access upskilling, salary increases, and are then available to convert to a full-time employee with your assigned employer.

How to apply:

Our recruitment process is simple and supportive, and we encourage people from all demographics and backgrounds to apply. You do not need to have prior experience of working in tech or studying a STEM subject at a high level.

• Apply online - Our team of Recruiters will review your application and invite you to the next stage if you showcase the right aptitude for success.
• Complete online assessments and a first-stage interview - These assessments are testing your aptitude for learning, not what you know. Show us your potential and then your personality in a face-to-face interview.
• Final competency-based interview - Demonstrate your collaborative skills, problem-solving abilities, and growth mindset to secure your spot in the Academy.

Person specification:

To be successful for this role you will demonstrate a level of ability in Python or similar. You will be passionate about technology and eager to learn programme development to an advanced level. We’re also seeking passionate individuals who align with our values:

• Empathy & Diversity: Integrity, respect, and a commitment to inclusivity.
• Drive: A goal-oriented mindset with a passion for growth.
• Collaboration: A team-focused approach with a desire to build strong relationships.
• Innovation: Curiosity, creativity, and openness to new ideas.
• Flexibility: Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced industry.

Eligibility:

As a Sparta Global Consultant, you will be deployed to work with one of our client partners at the completion of your training. For this reason, candidates must be open to relocation within the UK for client site deployments and remote work cannot be guaranteed. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK (British/Irish Citizenship, EU Settled Status, or Permanent Visa Holder) and unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visas at this time.

About Sparta Global:

Sparta Global is a technology services and education company, specialising in hiring, training, and deploying the next generation of leaders across in-demand technology and business skills. Over the past decade Sparta Global has helped more than 3000 people kickstart a career in technology, supporting graduates, non-graduates, career changers, returners, and ex-forces personnel to develop exciting careers with our network of 100+ employers across public sector, financial services, and commercial.

The Benefits:

• Free training - paid from day one
• Performance-based reviews every six months to discuss salary increases
• Referral bonuses
• No exit fees
• 20 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• An extra day off for your birthday
• Pension scheme
• Eye care support
• Death-in-service cover
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Personal development budget
• Access to alumni and professional networks
• Opportunities to become a brand ambassador

Don’t wait to kickstart a career in technology, grab your opportunity to train and work with Sparta Global today!