About Company
Scott Logic is a leading UK-based technology consultancy, renowned for delivering high-quality, bespoke software solutions for complex business challenges. With a steadfast focus on engineering excellence and a vibrant culture of continuous learning and collaboration, we partner with clients across critical sectors including financial services, public sector, and energy. Our mission is to build innovative, robust, and scalable digital products that drive significant impact. We pride ourselves on cultivating an environment where our people can truly thrive, expand their skill sets, and make a tangible difference on challenging, high-profile projects. Our progressive commitment to flexible and remote working practices enables us to attract and retain the brightest talent from across the UK, fostering a diverse and inclusive team. Join us to be part of a company that values expertise, innovation, and professional growth.
Job Description
Are you a talented and experienced DevOps Administrator seeking an exciting opportunity to leverage your skills in a fully remote environment? Scott Logic is actively looking for a passionate and proactive individual to join our growing team of expert consultants. In this Work from Home role, you will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and managing cutting-edge CI/CD pipelines, automating infrastructure provisioning, and ensuring the seamless operation of critical systems across various leading cloud platforms, including AWS, Azure, and GCP. You will collaborate closely with our agile development teams, solution architects, and key client stakeholders to embed DevOps best practices, foster a pervasive culture of automation, and drive operational excellence throughout the software delivery lifecycle.
This position is not just about maintaining existing systems; it’s a dynamic opportunity to innovate solutions, continuously improve processes, and share your deep expertise to uplift entire project teams and client capabilities. If you thrive on tackling complex technical challenges, possess a strong problem-solving mindset, and are eager to contribute to high-impact digital transformation projects from the comfort and convenience of your home office, we strongly encourage you to apply. We offer a highly supportive and collaborative remote working culture, where your contributions are not only valued but are crucial, and your ongoing professional development is a top priority. Join Scott Logic and help us shape the future of digital innovation for our diverse and expanding client base.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain scalable, secure, and highly available cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM Templates).
- Develop and manage robust CI/CD pipelines using industry-leading tools like GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions to automate software delivery and deployment.
- Proactively monitor system performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure optimal uptime, reliability, and security of production and non-production environments.
- Implement and manage containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless architectures to enhance application scalability and resilience.
- Collaborate closely with development teams to optimize application performance, scalability, and resilience, providing expert guidance on cloud-native patterns.
- Ensure strict adherence to security best practices, compliance standards, and regulatory requirements across all cloud environments.
- Participate in on-call rotations and provide timely incident response, resolution, and post-mortem analysis to minimize service disruption.
- Rigorously document all infrastructure, processes, and operational procedures to maintain high standards of clarity and reproducibility.
- Mentor junior team members, share technical knowledge, and contribute actively to the collective expertise of the DevOps practice.
- Stay continuously informed about emerging DevOps tools, trends, and best practices, proactively recommending improvements and innovations.
Required Skills
- Proven experience as a DevOps Administrator, DevOps Engineer, or a similar role in a professional environment.
- Strong expertise with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform).
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell) for automation.
- Extensive experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
- Solid understanding and practical experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
- Demonstrable experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Strong understanding of networking, security principles, and cloud architecture best practices.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a remote, distributed team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts.
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, GCP Professional Cloud DevOps Engineer).
- Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, Splunk, Datadog).
- Knowledge of configuration management tools (e.g., Chef, Puppet, SaltStack).
- Experience with database administration (SQL and NoSQL environments).
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps culture.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
Perks & Benefits
- Highly competitive salary and an attractive annual bonus scheme.
- Generous employer pension contributions to secure your future.
- Comprehensive private medical insurance for peace of mind.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell additional days.
- Truly flexible working hours and a remote-first culture that supports work-life balance.
- Dedicated budget for continuous professional development, training, and industry certifications.
- Access to cutting-edge tools, technologies, and innovative projects.
- Regular virtual social events and engaging team building activities.
- Opportunity to work on diverse, impactful, and technically challenging client projects.
- A supportive, inclusive, and highly collaborative team environment focused on growth.
How to Apply
If you are excited by the prospect of a challenging and rewarding remote role, and you meet the qualifications outlined above, we strongly encourage you to apply directly through our careers portal. Please click on the application link below to submit your CV and a comprehensive cover letter, detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this Work from Home DevOps Administrator position. We look forward to hearing from you!