DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineer - Manchester (3 days Office / 2 days remote)

Our Manchester based client is expanding rapidly and are now seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to optimise and scale their Azure-based infrastructure, while leading on automation, security, and performance across the software development lifecycle.

My client places their people and product at the heart of everything they do. With a collaborative, open culture, ideas are encouraged from all levels. The working environment is friendly, inclusive, and innovative - with regular socials, flexible working, and a strong focus on continuous improvement and quality delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Design, build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps

Automate build, test, deployment and infrastructure provisioning processes

Manage Azure resources using Terraform, Bicep or ARM templates

Support applications running in Azure App Services, Function Apps and other services

Integrate tools for automated testing, code quality and security (e.g. SonarCloud, Snyk)

Set up monitoring and incident response with Azure Monitor and Application Insights

Manage secrets and access control to support secure cloud practices

Work closely with developers and stakeholders to deliver scalable, reliable solutions

Skills and Experience:

3+ years' experience in a DevOps or Cloud Engineering role

Practical experience with Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines

Proficient in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash or Python

Hands-on experience with Docker and containerisation

Version control experience with Git or Azure Repos

Understanding of Agile/Lean methodologies

Familiar with tools for code quality and security

A proactive and detail-oriented mindset

Desirable:

Penetration testing or security certification

Experience using Terraform, Bicep or ARM templates

Familiarity with blue/green and canary deployment strategies

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working options

25 days’ holiday plus public holidays and your birthday off

Private medical and dental insurance

Life assurance and enhanced parental leave

Ongoing professional devel...