DevOps Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Bexhill-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to enhance efficiency and quality in their delivery processes. This role involves collaborating with senior engineers to implement automation tools and best practices. The company prides itself on its supportive culture and offers a range of benefits, including flexible working arrangements and a competitive bonus scheme. Join this forward-thinking organization and contribute to their ambitious growth plans while enjoying a fulfilling career with ample opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Healthcare cash plan

Pension contribution matching up to 10%

Mental wellbeing programme

Discounted health assessments

Cycle to work scheme

Social events throughout the year

Qualifications

• Experience in DevOps and cloud architecture is essential.
• Proven background in IT testing and test automation.

Responsibilities

• Improve efficiency and quality of change delivery processes.
• Work with teams to identify new CI/CD tools for better delivery.

Skills

DevOps

Cloud Architecture

Cloud Implementation

Test Automation Technologies

Microsoft Azure

ALM Octane

JIRA

Stakeholder Management

Tools

JIRA

ALM Octane

Job description

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Welcome to Hastings Direct – From our Group HR Director Pam Angel

We’re a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become the Best and Biggest in the UK market. We’ve made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We’re proud of the journey we’re on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues.

We provide insurance for over three million customers, but we know there’s even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you’re now reading this job advert means we’ve tempted you to find out more about #lifeatHD – we really hope you like what you see, and you’ll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.

We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you’re not 100% sure we would love to hear from you.

• DevOps engineer position is to improve efficiency, repeatability, reliability and quality of the change delivery processes and increases process efficiencies through low code automation.
• You will work closely with the Principal DevOps and Automation Engineer and Solution Architect Team to identify new CI/CD tools to reduce Change delivery cycle times whilst increasing quality and repeatability of deliveries.
• Managing assessment, decision making, procurement and roll-out off tools, ensuring input is being sought from the user community
• Implementation and adherence best practises for tools sets and controls to monitor adherence

Skills we would love you to have

• Devops, cloud architecture and cloud implementation experience
• Previous experience working in an IT testing role using test automation technologies
• Experience using Microsoft Azure, ALM Octane and JIRA
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders at a senior level

What we offer

Join us and you’ll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company, and community. As one of our colleagues, you’ll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we’ll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice.

Reward

Salary – Attractive salary based on experience (pay reviews also completed each year)

Flexible Working –We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home.

Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, which is usually paid in March. The scheme is based on Hastings’ performance against our business goals and your own personal performance.

Physical Wellbeing – We like to help our colleagues take a proactive approach in keeping themselves well, that’s why we fund our colleagues to be able to claim against everyday health care through our healthcare cash plan.

Financial Wellbeing – As well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution matches up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an AWARD WINNING package which includes – discounts and cashback at everyday retailers and on our own products, fee free independent mortgage advice, and free access to financial wellbeing support.

Mental Wellbeing Programme - At Hastings Direct we understand that mental health cannot not be scheduled, that’s why we have a range of support to help you keep yourself well. We have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs

There's more! – 25 days annual leave +bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks, access to private healthcare, dental plans, discounted health assessments, cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more. Most of our benefits and wellbeing resources are available to colleagues from their first day whilst some optional benefits, which involve committing to a 12-month payment schedule, are available as soon as you have completed your probationary period.

Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we’ll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve

We deliver good outcomes for our customers every time by providing great products at the right price with our simple and straightforward service. Wetreat customerslike we want to be treated - fairly, respectfully and with their best interests at heart

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status.Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.