Senior DevOps Engineer

NCC Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer to optimize and manage cloud infrastructure and data pipelines. The role emphasizes strong AWS service expertise, automation, security, and reliability, alongside infrastructure management using Terraform and deploying applications with Docker and Kubernetes. As part of an engaged DevOps team, you will drive enhancements in CI/CD processes and collaborate across functions to ensure seamless platform services for the Clover project. This position offers comprehensive benefits and a focus on employee well-being.

Benefits

Pension

Life Assurance

Share Save Scheme

Healthcare

Flexible working

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• Strong experience with AWS services including networking, compute, storage, and security.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform.
• Experience writing AWS Lambda functions in Python or Node.js.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain Infrastructure as Code with Terraform.
• Deploy containerised applications using Kubernetes and Docker.
• Contribute to data ingestion pipelines for the Clover project.

Skills

AWS services

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Terraform

Kubernetes

Docker

Python

Node.js

Ansible

Education

AWS associate-level certification

Tools

ElasticMapReduce (EMR)

Spark

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer to support the implementation, optimisation, and management of our cloud infrastructure and data pipelines. This role requires strong expertise in AWS services and DevOps best practices, with a focus on automation, security, scalability, and reliability. You will be responsible for building and maintaining Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform water, deploying containerised applications using Kubernetes and Docker, and ensuring seamless integration of data ingestion processes. As a key member of our existing DevOps team, you will collaborate with development, data, and operations teams on the Clover project, contributing to the delivery of platform services while driving continuous improvement in our CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Strong experience and demonstrated competency with AWS services, including networking, compute, storage, and security; ideally holding an associate-level certification such as Solutions Architect or SysOps Administrator.
• Deep knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, configuration management with Ansible, and container orchestration via Kubernetes (EKS) and Docker.
• Experience writing AWS Lambda functions in Python or Node.js, familiarity with ElasticMapReduce (EMR) and/or Spark for data processing would be a bonus.
• Contribute to the delivery of data ingestion pipelines and platform services supporting the Clover project, including monitoring, evaluating, and maintaining cloud resources.

What We Are Looking险 For in You

• Proven ability to work collaboratively across cross‑functional teams, including development, data, and operations, to deliver integrated solutions and foster a DevOps culture.
• Strong client‑facing skills, with experience engaging stakeholders at both technical and managerial levels to gather requirements, provide updates, and align on project goals.
• Initiative in identifying opportunities for improvement, conducting deep investigations into complex issues, and proposing innovative solutions to enhance system performance and reliability.
• Commitment to independent learning and staying current with emerging DevOps tools, cloud technologies, and industry best practices, while mentoring others to build team capabilities.
• Excellent problem‑solving mindset, with attention to detail, adaptability in fast‑paced environments, and a focus on delivering high‑quality outcomes through agile methodologies.
• Focusing on Clients and Customers.
• Working as One NCC.
• Always Learning.
• Being Inclusive and Respectful.
• Delivery Brilliantly.

Why NCC Group?

At NCC Group, our mission is to create a more secure digital future. That mission underpins everything we do, from our work with our incredible clients to groundbreaking research shaping our industry. Our teams partner with clients across a multitude of industries, delving into, securing new products, and emerging technologies, as well as solving complex security problems. As global leaders in cyber and escrow, NCC Group is a people‑powered business seeking the next group of brilliant minds to join our ranks. We want colleagues to put down roots at NCC Group, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package, as well as opportunities for learning and development and career growth. We believe our people are at their brilliant best when they feel bolstered in all aspects of their well‑being, and we offer wellness programs and flexible working arrangements to provide that耶 vital support.

What Do We Offer In Return?

We have a high‑performance culture which is balanced evenly with world‑class well‑being initiatives and benefits; Flexible working, Financial & Investment.

Benefits

• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Share Save Scheme
• Maternity & Paternity leave
• Community & Volunteering Programmes
• Green Car Scheme
• Cycle Scheme
• Healthcare
• Office Lifestyle
• Employee Referral Program
• Lifestyle & Wellness
• Learning & Development
• Diversity & Inclusion