DevOps Engineer

SThree are delighted to announce that we’re recruiting for a talented full-time Senior DevOps Engineer to support our US function, here at SThree!

As a Senior DevOps Engineer at SThree, you will lead the optimization of our CI/CD processes and pipelines, manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and collaborate with diverse teams using cutting-edge technologies like Azure Platform, AKS, and DevOps and Bitbucket Pipelines.

This role is pivotal in enhancing our cloud infrastructure and operational efficiency.

About us

SThree is the global STEM-specialist talent partner that connects sought-after specialists in life sciences, technology, engineering and mathematics with dynamic organisations across the world. We are the number one destination for talent in the best STEM markets: these are today's unsung heroes who positively shape the future. Now we're helping them shape their own futures.

Examples of key responsibilities include …

• CI/CD Optimization: Lead improvements to ensure pipelines are efficient, secure, and scalable.
• IaC Governance: Implement and manage IaC practices using Terraform and Ansible across the estate.
• Cloud Operations: Monitor and maintain cloud infrastructure with Azure Insights and Datadog.
• Collaboration: Work with technology teams on automation and process optimization.
• Security & Compliance: Ensure best practices are followed for secure operations.
• Automation Development: Develop scripts to automate deployment and management across environments.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and mentor junior team members.
• Task Management: Manage tasks, track progress, and estimate work effectively.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Expertise in Azure Platform, Azure DevOps, AKS, IaC (Terraform), Ansible, and Bitbucket Pipelines.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in Bash, PowerShell, and Ansible for automation scripting.
• Familiarity with cloud monitoring solutions like Azure Insights and Datadog.
• Knowledge of Gitops practices or advanced monitoring techniques.
• Experience working with Windows and Linux environments.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and time management skills.
• Proven experience in DevOps or a related field.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with MS Azure Power Platform, MS Dynamics, or other cloud providers.

In return for your commitment, we offer a range of benefits including …

• The choice to work flexibly from home and the office, in line with our new hybrid working principles
• Competitive salary and bonus
• 28-day holiday allowance plus bank holidays, which can be taken at a time of your choosing (except for Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day, which are fixed).
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Five day's paid Caregiver/Dependant leave per annum
• Five paid days off per year for volunteering `
• Competitive family care policy
• Financial, physical and mental wellbeing support
• Private healthcare (after qualifying period)
• Company shares option
• Access to a range of retail discounts and savings

What we stand for...

We’re committed to ensuring that all processes are equitable, and everyone is treated with fairness and dignity where everyone belongs, is valued and connected. If you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments in submitting your application, please let us know, and we’ll be happy to help.