Lead Azure DevOps Engineer ( SC eligible/ SC Cleared )

Scrumconnect Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Scrumconnect Consulting in London is seeking a Lead Azure DevOps Engineer to shape our DevOps strategy in Azure and guide deployment and operational excellence across projects.

You will mentor teams, implement IaC, security and cost optimisation, and stay ahead of cloud trends while collaborating with development groups to deliver reliable government-grade services.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading DevOps in Azure environments.
• Experience designing and managing CI/CD pipelines in cloud platforms.
• Strong IaC skills with Terraform or ARM templates.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines in Azure.
• Lead DevOps practice and guide teams toward best practices.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning using IaC.
• Ensure cloud security and compliance standards are met.
• Monitor resources to optimize performance, cost, and scalability.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members.
• Keep up with Azure/DevOps trends and apply improvements.

Skills

Azure DevOps

CI/CD

IaC

Cloud security

Leadership

Team mentoring

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Terraform

ARM templates

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

Job description

Lead Azure DevOps Engineer ( SC eligible/ SC Cleared )

London, United Kingdom | Posted on 06/10/2026

Scrumconnect Consulting is a UK-based digital transformation consultancy delivering secure, scalable, and user-centred solutions across government and enterprise organisations. We specialise in agile delivery, cloud platforms, data, and modern engineering practices—helping clients build reliable services that meet high operational and compliance standards.

Role Overview

As a Lead Azure DevOps Engineer, you will be at the forefront of our infrastructure development, guiding our DevOps strategy and implementation within Azure environments. You will work closely with development teams to ensure efficient deployment and operation of applications, and lead the effort to automate and optimise our processes.

This role suits a dynamic, proactive leader who is passionate about using cloud technologies to improve operational effectiveness and deliver outstanding results.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines and processes to ensure smooth, reliable deployment of software products within Azure.
• Lead development and operations teams in adopting best practices in Azure DevOps, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and management using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles.
• Ensure the security and compliance of the cloud infrastructure in line with industry standards and best practices.
• Monitor and manage cloud resources to optimise performance, cost, and scalability.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members, building their DevOps capability.
• Keep up with the latest trends and technologies in Azure and DevOps, and apply them to improve our processes and solutions.

What We're Looking For

• Active SC clearance, or eligibility to obtain SC clearance.
• Proven experience as a Lead DevOps Engineer or similar role, with a strong background in Azure environments.
• Expertise in implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or similar tools).
• Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g. Terraform, ARM templates).
• Familiarity with containerisation and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid understanding of cloud security practices and compliance standards.
• Excellent leadership and teamwork skills, with the ability to mentor and inspire others.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a results-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation and better outcomes. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual is valued, respected, and supported.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups, including women, people with disabilities, and diverse communities, as well as those seeking flexible working arrangements.

As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment to ensure equal opportunities for all.