DevOps Engineer - Mercator Digital

OpenTalent; Crowborough; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercator Digital is seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to design, automate, and optimise cloud infrastructures for our clients. You will work with AWS, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, Linux, and Python scripting to support modern CI/CD and deployment practices across environments.

Join a fast-growing consultancy with a collaborative culture and a track record of delivering transforming digital services for public and private sector clients.

Qualifications

• Experience designing, automating, and optimizing cloud infrastructures.
• Strong hands-on experience with AWS, Terraform, Docker and Kubernetes.
• Proficient in Linux environments and Python scripting.

Responsibilities

• Design, automate, and optimise cloud infrastructures for clients.
• Support modern CI/CD and deployment practices across environments.
• Report to the Head of Development and evangelise DevOps best practices.

Skills

Python scripting

AWS

Tools

AWS

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

Linux

Job description

We are currently inviting applications for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and the ability to pass BPSS vetting.

DevOps Engineer

Mercator Digital is looking for a Software Developer (Java) to be part of our growing consultancy.

We're on a mission to transform digital services

We're waving goodbye to traditional consulting approaches and creating something special at Mercator. Ranked as one of the UK's Best Medium Sized Workplaces and among Europe's top 100 Best Workplaces, we're not just another consultancy, we're here to make digital services work for everyone.

With our innovative solutions and award-winning culture, combined with nearly 20 years of experience delivering transformative projects, we have a long history of creating exceptional outcomes for organisations across both public and private sectors. Our client portfolio includes HMRC, major central government departments, and leading private sector enterprises.

We're not just about delivering projects - we're here to solve problems and transform services, bringing the Mercator touch to digital transformation.

Team Mercator This is an exciting time to join Mercator Digital. We're growing fast - opening new offices, expanding our teams, and creating new opportunities for development. We're proud of our culture - one that's lively, inclusive, and forward-thinking. As we grow, preserving our culture remains a priority. That's why we have an annual survey for feedback, an open-door policy for communication, plenty of social events to foster connections, and a benefits package to show our appreciation.

Our brand values are at the core of who we are, and each Mercator team member lives these values as brand ambassadors:

• We don't stand still : Always evolving, making bold choices
• We keep it real : Straightforward, open, and honest in everything
• We take care : Supporting each other, our work, and our partners
• It's a joint effort : Building strength in unity
• We own our actions : Empowering accountability
• We bring out the best : Sharing knowledge and helping everyone grow

What we're looking for

We are looking for an experienced and motivated DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this crucial role you will design, automate, and optimise cloud infrastructures for our clients. The successful candidate will have strong hands-on experience with AWS, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, Linux, and Python scripting to support modern CI/CD and deployment practices across our environments.

What You'll Do

• Report to the Head of Development, providing key operational information about projects.
• Help nurture our thriving tech community, working closely with our Community Manager.
• Evangelise DevOps and promote best practice across all our technical teams.