Senior DevOps Engineer (Corp Functions)

TP ICAP; Belfast; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global finance technology firm in Belfast is seeking an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer. In this role, you will design and manage secure cloud infrastructure using AWS, implement CI/CD pipelines, and collaborate with teams to ensure effective deployment. The ideal candidate will have strong AWS expertise and a passion for automation. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunity for growth in an agile environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer, preferably in the finance sector.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), particularly using AWS CDK.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage scalable, secure cloud infrastructure using AWS.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines for rapid releases.
• Collaborate with software engineers and project managers.

Skills

AWS services

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

CI/CD tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration

Tools

AWS CDK

Jenkins

GitLab CI/CD

Helm

OpenTelemetry

JIRA

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Senior DevOps Engineer (Corp Functions), Belfast

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Client:

TP ICAP

Location:

Belfast, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Role Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and reliable cloud infrastructure using AWS services.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using AWS CDK with Python to automate deployment and management of cloud resources.
• Collaborate with software engineers, QA engineers, and Project Managers to ensure seamless integration and deployment of applications.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines to streamline the software development lifecycle and ensure rapid, reliable releases.
• Setup observability to monitor system performance, availability/issues, and implement solutions to address the findings.
• Ensure security best practices are followed and implement necessary measures to protect cloud infrastructure and applications.
• Adhere to TP ICAP Cloud standards, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in agile ceremonies and contribute to an agile mindset within the team.
• Maintain detailed documentation of infrastructure, processes, and configurations.
• Assist in upskilling other team members of the team.

Experience / Competences

• Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer, preferably in the finance sector.
• Strong understanding of AWS services and hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), particularly using AWS CDK.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and frameworks (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD).
• Fluent in containerisation and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with Helm Charts for managing Kubernetes clusters (EKS).
• Experience with OpenTelemetry and the LGTM stack of observability tools
• Experience working in agile environments and a strong agile mindset.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure without being distracted by complexity.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Passion for automation and a commitment to maintaining high standards of infrastructure management.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency in AWS services and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using AWS CDK.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tools.
• Experience with containerisation and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and backlog management tools (e.g., JIRA).
• Ability to write clear and concise documentation.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required.