DevOps Engineer

Argo DevOps Solutions Ltd; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking technology company specializing in Cyber and Cloud solutions. This role offers the chance to design and develop cutting-edge infrastructure systems using zero trust architectures and infrastructure-as-code methodologies. You'll collaborate with diverse teams, contribute to technical discussions, and inspire a culture of continuous improvement. With a commitment to Agile practices, your work will directly impact the delivery of quality products in both public and private sectors. If you're passionate about innovation and want to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

33 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Pension

Salary Sacrifice Schemes

Flexible working hours

TOIL

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Linux and Windows system administration.
• Proficiency in IaC tools like Ansible and Terraform.
• Strong scripting skills for automation tasks.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop secure infrastructure systems using zero trust architectures.
• Collaborate with teams to refine requirements and align solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in DevSecOps.

Skills

Linux Administration

Windows Administration

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Ansible

Terraform

Scripting (Bash, PowerShell, Python)

CI/CD Tools (Jenkins, Concourse)

Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure)

Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Relevant Certifications (AWS, Azure)

Tools

VMWare

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

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Company Introduction

Argo DevOps Solutions is a small but established UK-based technology company working in the Cyber and Cloud space. We are experts in delivering value into both the public and private sector, supporting delivery of quality products at speed. We solve complicated software and hardware problems using Agile approaches. Our specialisms include moving data between trust boundaries, designing secure data ingress and egress systems. Argo has substantial experience in mentoring our customers through their Agile journey. If this sounds like the kind of company you want to be involved in, with your contribution really making a difference, come and join our team!!

What We Provide

• 33 days holiday which includes Bank Holidays
• Part-Time or Full-Time considered
• TOIL
• Pension
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes including Electric Vehicles
• Salary dependent on experience
• Other financial incentives

Job Description

Responsible for designing and developing infrastructure systems that leverage zero trust architectures and infrastructure-as-code methodologies. This role focuses on robust, scalable, and secure solutions that align with stakeholder requirements. The position also involves assisting teams in eliciting and refining requirements while adhering to best practices in DevSecOps and Agile delivery.

Experience Requirements

Operating Systems Administration

• Linux & Windows: Extensive hands-on experience managing these operating systems within large corporate environments.

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

• Tools & Methodologies: Proficiency with Ansible, Terraform, and PackerIO for provisioning and managing infrastructure.

Scripting & Automation

• Scripting Languages: Familiarity with Bash, PowerShell, or Python to automate workflows and system tasks.
• Virtual Environments: Experience administering virtualized systems using VMWare or Docker.
• Container Platforms: Knowledge of Docker/Kubernetes, AWS, Azure, or OpenShift (PaaS) for container orchestration and deployment.

CI/CD & Cloud Environments

• Continuous Integration/Delivery: Experience with Cloud Native CI/CD solutions or tools such as Jenkins and Concourse.
• Cloud Platforms: Hands-on knowledge of AWS, Azure, or equivalent services to build, deploy, and manage environments.

System Design & Deployment

• Unix-Based Solutions: Proven experience designing, deploying, and administering Linux or Unix-based solutions, including virtualization and containerization techniques.

Roles and Responsibilities

Collaboration & Full Lifecycle

• Work in partnership with Argo and its partners, overseeing the full lifecycle of product components and systems—from initial conception to production and ongoing maintenance.

Technical Engagement

• Contribute to technical discussions with teams and support delivery management and technical leads to align solutions with customer requirements.
• Assist in eliciting requirements from stakeholders to ensure technical solutions meet business objectives.
• Leverage technical investigation, rapid prototyping, and software design to address complex engineering challenges.
• Explore and recommend innovative solutions that inform future product and architectural strategy.

Agility & Team Culture

• Inspire and be a key part of a high-performing team, employing modern development practices such as Agile or similar approaches.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, where knowledge sharing and experimentation are encouraged.

Security & Risk Management

• Work with security and policy stakeholders to ensure zero trust architectures and risk management practices are integrated throughout the development process.
• Align solutions with security best practices and relevant compliance standards.
• Make and collaborate on technological and architectural designs for assigned products, communicating decisions clearly to teams and customers.
• Integrate new features or services within existing ecosystems, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum efficiency.

Tools & Processes

• Establish and evolve development tools, processes, and ways of working to continuously improve quality, efficiency, and effectiveness (e.g., automation, CI/CD).
• Collaborate with other technologists to optimise product integration across workflows and system dependencies.

Mentoring & Coaching

• Provide technical guidance, code reviews, and best-practice standards to less experienced engineers.
• Coach team members in areas such as test automation, DevSecOps techniques, and effective problem-solving.

Contribute to the culture and growth of Argo by bringing an innovative, solutions-focused mindset to every challenge. Demonstrate flexibility in applying skills outside normal responsibilities, adapting to guidance from SLT and evolving business needs.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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