DevOps Tooling & Policy Lead

Trades Workforce Solutions; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workforce solutions provider in the UK seeks a talented Lead DevOps Engineer. This role focuses on enhancing the software development lifecycle (SDLC) through implementation of effective CI/CD practices. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in DevSecOps, leading initiatives and mentoring team members to ensure successful delivery. Key responsibilities include evaluating tools, improving efficiency, and fostering a collaborative DevOps culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of DevSecOps and Agile software delivery.
• Deep understanding of SDLC, Agile, DevOps, DevSecOps principles.
• Expertise in security practices, tools (e.g., OWASP, NIST).
• Strong technical knowledge of cloud environments and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines.
• Work closely with development teams to identify SDLC bottlenecks.
• Evaluate and recommend tools that enhance the CI/CD process.
• Lead and mentor team members, promoting a DevOps mindset.

Skills

DevSecOps

Agile methodology

CI/CD practices

Cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes)

scripting

excellent communication

Tools

Gitlab CI

Github Actions

Argo CD

Concourse

Job description

Role Particulars

• Role Title: DevOps Tooling & Policy Lead
• Team: Global
• Reports to: Head of DevSecOps
• Location: Remote / UK

Job Description

We are looking for a talented Lead DevOps Engineer to join our team, focusing on enhancing the software development lifecycle (SDLC) through the implementation of effective CI/CD practices and repeatable processes. The ideal candidate will not only have a strong background in DevOps methodologies but also be expected to help lead the direction of our DevOps initiatives. This role involves supporting and mentoring other team members to ensure successful delivery and continuous improvement of our development processes.

Key Responsibilities

CI/CD pipelines and automation

• Design, implement, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines to automate the software delivery process.
• Integrate testing, security, and deployment processes to ensure high-quality releases.
• Establish and document repeatable patterns for deployment, configuration, and monitoring to enhance efficiency.
• Automate manual processes to reduce errors and improve the speed of development.
• Develop solutions to enhance the DevSecOps process, integrating tooling to drive value and enhance developer experience.

Collaboration with development teams

• Work closely with development teams to identify bottlenecks in the SDLC and implement solutions to streamline workflows.
• Provide guidance on best practices for version control, branching strategies, and release management.
• Assist development teams onboard to standardised DevOps patterns and processes.

Tooling and technology evaluation

• Evaluate and recommend tools and technologies that can enhance the CI/CD process and overall developer experience.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve practices.

Mentorship and leadership

• Lead and mentor other team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Drive initiatives that promote a DevOps mindset across teams, emphasizing the importance of automation and continuous improvement.

Experience and Skills

Qualifications

• Proven experience of DevSecOps and Agile software delivery.
• Deep understanding of the SDLC, Agile, DevOps, and DevSecOps principles.
• Expertise in modern security practices, tools, and standards (e.g., OWASP, NIST, CSA).
• Strong technical knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate DevSecOps concepts to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Preferred Skills

• Certifications in cloud technologies (AWS Certified, Azure Security Engineer).
• Experience in leveraging tools for security monitoring and threat detection.
• Experience implementing reusable pipelines using CI/CD tooling (Gitlab CI, Github Actions, Argo CD, Concourse).
• Track record of implementing secure bespoke applications in high‑pressure, deadline‑driven environments.