DevOps Engineer

QinetiQ Security & Defense Contractors; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology firm in Portsmouth is seeking a DevOps Engineer to manage CI/CD pipelines and resolve deployment issues. You will work in a dynamic environment, contributing to innovative projects while mentoring a team. A degree or equivalent experience is required along with excellent problem-solving skills. Enjoy hybrid working patterns and a competitive benefits package including generous holidays and a matched pension scheme.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Health Cash Plan options

Employee discount portal

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Excellent understanding of DevOps with relevant experience required.
• Working knowledge of containers and orchestration technologies is essential.
• Experience with server infrastructure best practices is needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage and configure CI/CD pipelines according to standards.
• Investigate and resolve issues related to deployments.
• Produce documentation and deliver technical outputs on schedule.

Skills

DevOps understanding

Container orchestration knowledge (Docker, Kubernetes)

3rd-line engineering experience

CI/CD pipelines configuration

Problem-solving ability

Education

Degree level qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

DevOps Engineer QinetiQ Security & Defense Contractors•Portsmouth, England, UK

Package: Competitive Salary Benefits
Role ID: SF18893

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ we’re not just imagining tomorrow, we are creating it. From cutting‑edge defence technology to ground‑breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a DevOps Engineer at our Portsmouth site where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

Role

As a DevOps Engineer you will be responsible for delivering a large, complex software product, developing, managing and configuring the existing CI/CD pipelines.

Day‑to‑day you’ll assist in the deployment of the product to secure production environments and address any issues that arise.

Responsibilities

• Managing and configuring CI/CD pipelines and applying relevant standards
• Investigating and fixing issues with deployments
• Producing documentation and delivering technical output to time, cost, and quality
• Contributing to a positive and inclusive team environment
• Planning and estimating requirements for medium/large tasks

Essential Experience

• Excellent understanding of DevOps with relevant experience
• Working knowledge of containers and container orchestration (e.g. Docker / Podman, Kubernetes, Helm)
• Previous experience of server infrastructure or 3rd‑line engineering
• Ability to configure and use CI/CD pipelines and deploy distributed systems into containerised environments
• Ability to proactively anticipate problems and solve them independently

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification or equivalent experience

This role is 37 hours per week based at Portsmouth Technology Park (PTP) and offers hybrid working patterns.

PTP focuses on advanced technology development and engineering services. It is dedicated to research and development, ensuring complex systems are designed, integrated and tested effectively to meet operational requirements. The facility utilises sophisticated modelling and simulation techniques to analyse and predict performance.

Why Join QinetiQ

As we continue to grow into new markets worldwide, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. Our appetite for innovation and willingness to take on complex challenges creates a unique environment where diverse perspectives blend disciplines and link technologies. You’ll experience a truly inclusive culture, feel valued, and realise your full potential.

Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance, and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets, and more
• Support for the Armed Forces community, maintaining a Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering opportunities – helping charities and the local community

Recruitment Process

We strive to make our recruitment process inclusive and supportive. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting. Applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. Certain roles also have additional restrictions relating to nationality or previous nationalities.

NOTE: All applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance as a minimum.