DevOps Specialist

Stott and May; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK seeks a highly skilled Senior AWS DevOps Engineer to lead the design and deployment of cloud solutions on AWS. This pivotal role involves creating scalable systems for critical government operations. You should possess deep expertise in DevOps pipelines and security integration, with at least 5 years' experience. Active SC security clearance is mandatory. The role offers a 12-month contract with occasional travel across major UK cities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in DevOps, cloud engineering, or system automation roles.
• Proven expertise in AWS environments.
• Active SC security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, automation, and deployment of cloud solutions on AWS.
• Identify process optimization opportunities.
• Collaborate effectively with software engineers and delivery teams.

Skills

DevOps pipelines implementation

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

CI/CD pipelines

Containerisation technologies

Security controls integration

Agile methodologies

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

Python

Bash

PowerShell

Job description

AWS DevOps Engineer - SC CLEARED

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior AWS DevOps Engineer to lead the design, automation, and deployment of cutting‑edge cloud solutions on AWS. This is a pivotal role where you will work alongside talented teams to deliver scalable, secure, and highly available systems that support critical government operations. If you thrive in fast‑paced settings and have a knack for transforming technical requirements into effective DevOps toolchains, this opportunity could be your next career move.

What you'll bring

• Proven expertise in designing, implementing, and managing DevOps pipelines and automation tools within AWS environments.
• Strong experience with infrastructure as code (IaC), CI / CD pipelines, and containerisation technologies.
• Deep understanding of deployment strategies, ensuring solutions are repeatable, scalable and resilient.
• Ability to identify process optimisation opportunities and lead their implementation.
• Proficiency in integrating security controls into solutions to mitigate threats.
• Excellent collaboration skills, with experience working alongside software engineers and delivery teams.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies to drive efficient project delivery.
• Supportive mentoring skills to guide junior colleagues and share best practices.

Nice to have

• Experience with additional cloud providers or hybrid cloud architectures.
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, Bash or PowerShell.
• Knowledge of security standards and compliance frameworks relevant to government and public sector projects.
• Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or DevOps Engineer.

Preferred education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of hands‑on experience in DevOps, cloud engineering or system automation roles, preferably within government or large enterprise environments.

Other requirements

• Willingness to attend occasional in‑person meetings and quarterly planning sessions across London, Birmingham and Belfast.
• You MUST have active SC security clearance for this role (We are unable to renew a lapsed clearance).
• Willing to work on a 12‑month contract, with flexibility for a short notice period if required.