DevOps Engineer

Matchtech; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking an On-Prem DevOps Engineer to join a security-focused team delivering complex software in a regulated environment.

You will build and optimise deployment pipelines, manage containerised applications, and automate infrastructure. Collaboration with software and systems engineers, plus stakeholders, will drive secure, reliable software delivery.

The role requires strong Kubernetes experience, IaC tooling, and a proactive, independent work style in a demanding on-site setting.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficient with Kubernetes and container orchestration.
• Hands-on with Helm, Ansible and IaC tools.
• Experience with Docker/Podman and secure deployments.
• Strong debugging and problem-solving in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, manage and optimize CI/CD pipelines for on-prem systems.
• Deploy and support containerised apps in secure environments.
• Troubleshoot deployment and infrastructure issues.
• Develop automation to improve software delivery and operations.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and stakeholders; document processes.

Skills

Kubernetes

CI/CD pipelines

Docker/Podman

Infrastructure as Code

Automation

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Independent working

Tools

Helm

Ansible

Terraform

Docker

Job description

For this opportunity it is working within Critical national security so the successful candidate will need to be a British national from birth due to the nature of the work.

We are seeking a talented On-Prem DevOps Engineer to join a highly skilled team delivering complex software solutions within a secure and technically challenging environment.

This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge systems that support critical operational capabilities, helping to ensure software is securely integrated, tested and deployed before use. You will collaborate with software engineers, systems engineers and customer stakeholders to solve complex technical challenges and drive continuous improvement across development and deployment processes.

The Opportunity

As a DevOps Engineer, you will play a key role in developing, managing and optimising deployment pipelines, supporting containerised applications and enhancing automation across the software delivery lifecycle.

Working within a collaborative engineering environment, you will contribute to the successful integration, testing and deployment of mission-critical systems while helping to improve efficiency, reliability and security.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, manage and maintain CI/CD pipelines
• Deploy and support containerised applications within secure environments
• Investigate, troubleshoot and resolve deployment and infrastructure issues
• Develop automation solutions to streamline software delivery and operational processes
• Collaborate with engineering teams, customers and key stakeholders
• Produce and maintain technical documentation
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practice

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration technologies
• Experience using Helm, Ansible and infrastructure automation tools
• Working knowledge of Docker and/or Podman
• Experience building, maintaining and supporting CI/CD pipelines
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently whilst contributing effectively within a team
• Previous experience within DevOps, Platform Engineering or Software Engineering environments

Desirable Experience

• Experience working in secure or highly regulated environments
• Understanding of software deployment, integration and testing activities
• Exposure to Linux-based systems and infrastructure
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code practices and modern DevOps methodologies