DevOps Engineer

QuEra Computing; Harwell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Harwell is seeking a DevOps Engineer with extensive experience in optical embedded systems. You will optimize software delivery and automate infrastructure while enhancing system reliability. Candidates should have a strong background in CI/CD pipelines, embedded software development, and excellent scripting skills. This role offers competitive compensation and a commitment to a diverse work environment.

Benefits

Equity grants for new hires

Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in DevOps, Embedded Software Development, or Systems Engineering.
• Strong understanding of optical embedded systems and real-time software development.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools, preferably Bitbucket Pipelines or Bamboo.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for embedded software development.
• Automate build, test, and deployment processes for optical embedded systems.
• Monitor system performance and reliability using Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK.

Skills

Optical embedded systems

CI/CD pipelines

Automation and scripting

Containerization

Linux-based environments

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or Software Development

Tools

Bitbucket Pipelines

Bamboo

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

Summary

We are looking for a DevOps Engineer with experience in optical embedded systems to optimize software delivery, automate infrastructure, and enhance system reliability. The ideal candidate will work closely with embedded software teams to develop robust CI/CD pipelines, improve build automation, and manage cloud and on‑premises infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Bitbucket Pipelines or Bamboo for embedded software development.
• Automate build, test, and deployment processes for optical embedded systems.
• Develop and manage firmware and software delivery pipelines, ensuring efficient releases.
• Optimize containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) for embedded applications.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning using Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent tools.
• Monitor system performance and reliability using Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK.
• Work with developers and hardware teams to integrate software updates seamlessly.
• Enhance security and compliance in the DevOps lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or Software Development.
• 7+ years of experience in DevOps, Embedded Software Development, or Systems Engineering.
• Strong understanding of optical embedded systems and real‑time software development.
• Hands‑on experience with CI/CD tools, preferably Bitbucket Pipelines or Bamboo.
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git, Bitbucket, or GitLab).
• Proficiency in automation and scripting (Python, Bash, or Go).
• Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and Linux‑based environments.
• Experience with monitoring, logging, and performance tuning for embedded systems.

Compensation

We consistently monitor external market data and update base salary ranges accordingly. We determine base compensation decisions on several factors, including geographic placement, role‑specific knowledge, skills, and/or experience. In addition to our base salary offerings, we also provide equity grants for all new hires.

Diversity & Equal Opportunity

QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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