Senior Devops Engineer

Cooper Lomaz; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment firm is seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer for a fully remote, 3-month contract role. The successful candidate will enhance AWS cloud infrastructure and drive automation using Terraform and Python scripting. Ideal for a contractor with over 5 years of experience, this role requires strong problem-solving skills and ability to deliver value quickly.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Senior DevOps Engineer.
• Hands-on expertise with AWS Cloud Computing.
• Advanced knowledge of Terraform for Infrastructure as Code.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable AWS cloud environments.
• Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code using Terraform.
• Automate deployment pipelines and operational tasks.

Skills

AWS Cloud Computing

Terraform

Python scripting

CI/CD pipelines

Problem-solving

Job description

Job Title: Senior DevOps Engineer (Contract)

Location: Remote

Contract: 3 Months (possible extension)

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior DevOps Engineer to join on an initial 3-month contract, with potential for extension. This is a fully remote role, ideal for an experienced contractor who can hit the ground running and deliver immediate value.

You'll play a key role in supporting and enhancing the company's AWS cloud infrastructure, driving automation, and ensuring robust, scalable solutions are delivered effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable AWS cloud environments.
• Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code using Terraform.
• Automate deployment pipelines, monitoring, and operational tasks.
• Use Python scripting to create and optimise tools, processes, and integrations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across cloud infrastructure and CI/CD workflows.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure smooth delivery.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Senior DevOps Engineer, 5+ years
• Strong hands-on expertise with AWS Cloud Computing.
• Advanced knowledge of Terraform for IaC.
• Proficiency in Python scripting for automation and tooling.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.