DevOps Engineer

Reference: CR/064727
Job Description

Role:
DevOps Engineer 
Location: UK-based (flexible) – must be willing to attend workshops and key sessions in Newcastle
Clearance: Active SC Clearance required
Work Type: Contract (3-6 Months)
Overview
We are seeking experienced DevOps Engineers to join a high-profile programmed within a secure government environment. This role focuses on building, automating, and maintaining scalable cloud infrastructure while supporting data-driven platforms and integrations.
Key Responsibilities
  • Design, build, and maintain cloud-based infrastructure using AWS
  • Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code using Terraform
  • Support and optimise data processing pipelines using Apache Spark and Airflow
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure and scalable solutions
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines using GitLab
  • Containerise applications and services using Docker
  • Conduct and implement security scanning and vulnerability management
  • Work with Jupyter Notebooks for data exploration and development
  • Integrate with DWP-specific products, including:
    • Data Access Layer
    • Secure File Transfer (SFT)
Key Skills & Experience
  • Strong experience with AWS services
  • Expertise in Terraform (Infrastructure as Code)
  • Hands-on experience with:
    • Apache Spark
    • Python
    • Apache Airflow
    • Docker
    • GitLab CI/CD
  • Experience with security scanning tools such as:
    • Trivy
    • Trend Micro
    • Wiz (or similar)
  • Knowledge of data engineering and pipeline orchestration
  • Familiarity with Jupyter Notebooks
  • Experience working in secure/public sector environments (DWP experience highly desirable)
Working Arrangement
  • Flexible remote working across the UK
  • Occasional travel to Newcastle required for team workshops, planning, and collaboration sessions
COMPETITIVE SALARY

Newcastle upon Tyne

Contract

Added 20/05/2026
Reference: CR/064727

DevOps Engineer

Newcastle upon Tyne
Contract

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