Principal DevOps Engineer

LinuxRecruit; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial technology company in London is seeking a Principal DevOps Engineer to architect, optimize, and secure core infrastructure systems. This role demands a strong background in DevOps and a drive for innovation in a fast-paced environment. You will play a key role in mentoring a team of engineers and ensuring system reliability for millions of users. Expect autonomy and a mission-critical position with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Relocation packages

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Experience with architecting and maintaining infrastructure systems.
• Strong background in DevOps practices and tools.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team.

Responsibilities

• Architect, build, and lead the evolution of DevOps tools.
• Optimize automation and performance.
• Secure infrastructure access management.

Skills

Kubernetes

Jenkins

Gitlab

Terraform

Automation

Containerization

Job description

You’ve mastered the art of DevOps. Now it’s time to lead. A global powerhouse where financial technology meets real-time performance at an unprecedented scale.

This is your opportunity to architect, optimise, and secure core infrastructure systems that power one of the world’s biggest financial platforms. Are you ready to make an impact that’s seen by hundreds of millions?

As Principal DevOps Engineer, you’re not just maintaining systems - you’re building the foundation for the future. Taking ownership of mission-critical infrastructure, lead strategic initiatives, and mentor a team of elite engineers. This role is for the bold and the relentless problem solvers who thrive in high-stakes environments.

This is an in-office, high-energy role, building fast, pushing boundaries, and redefining fintech.

With millions relying on their platform daily, they are in need of top-tier engineers to drive innovation, scale infrastructure, and ensure rock-solid reliability. Expect autonomy, expect responsibility, and expect to leave your mark on a global scale.

• Architect, build, and lead the evolution of DevOps tools: Kubernetes, Jenkins, Gitlab, Terraform, and more.
• Optimise automation and performance.
• Champion containerisation and high-performance base images.
• Secure infrastructure access management, balancing innovation with ironclad security.

They're offering a career-defining role in a company that values skill, innovation, and impact. Private health insurance, relocation packages, flexible hours, and all the perks of a cutting-edge workplace. If you’re looking for a role where your expertise isn’t just valued, it’s mission-critical.