Senior DevOps Engineer

Position Title: Senior DevOps Engineer

Location: Manchester/Madrid

Role Purpose:

We are looking for an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer to support the implementation, optimisation, and management of our cloud infrastructure and data pipelines. This role requires strong expertise in AWS services and DevOps best practices, with a focus on automation, security, scalability, and reliability.

You will be responsible for building and maintaining Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform, deploying containerized applications using Kubernetes and Docker, and ensuring seamless integration of data ingestion processes.

As a key member of our existing DevOps team, you will collaborate with development, data, and operations teams on the Clover project, contributing to the delivery of platform services while driving continuous improvement in our CI/CD pipelines.

Summary:

• Strong experience and demonstrated competency with AWS services, including networking, compute, storage, and security; ideally holding an associate-level certification such as Solutions Architect or SysOps Administrator.
• Deep knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, configuration management with Ansible, and container orchestration via Kubernetes (EKS) and Docker.
• Experience writing AWS Lambda functions in Python or Node.js, familiarity with ElasticMapReduce (EMR) and/or Spark for data processing would be a bonus.
• Contribute to the delivery of data ingestion pipelines and platform services supporting the Clover project, including monitoring, evaluating, and maintaining cloud resources.

What we are looking for in you:

• Proven ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams, including development, data, and operations, to deliver integrated solutions and foster a DevOps culture.
• Strong client-facing skills, with experience engaging stakeholders at both technical and managerial levels to gather requirements, provide updates, and align on project goals.
• Initiative in identifying opportunities for improvement, conducting deep investigations into complex issues, and proposing innovative solutions to enhance system performance and reliability.
• Commitment to independent learning and staying current with emerging DevOps tools, cloud technologies, and industry best practices, while mentoring others to build team capabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving mindset, with attention to detail, adaptability in fast-paced environments, and a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes through agile methodologies.

Behaviours:

• Focusing on Clients and Customers.  
• Working as One NCC.
• Always Learning.
• Being Inclusive and Respectful. 
• Delivery Brilliantly.  

Why NCC Group?

At NCC Group, our mission is to create a more secure digital future. That mission underpins everything we do, from our work with our incredible clients to groundbreaking research shaping our industry. Our teams' partner with clients across a multitude of industries, delving into, securing new products, and emerging technologies, as well as solving complex security problems. As global leaders in cyber and escrow, NCC Group is a people-powered business seeking the next group of brilliant minds to join our ranks.   

Our colleagues are our greatest asset, and NCC Group is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, authenticity, and accountability. We want colleagues to put down roots at NCC Group, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package, as well as opportunities for learning and development and career growth. We believe our people are at their brilliant best when they feel bolstered in all aspects of their well-being, and we offer wellness programs and flexible working arrangements to provide that vital support. 

What do we offer in return?

We have a high-performance culture which is balanced evenly with world-class well-being initiatives and benefits;

⏰Flexible working

💸 Financial & Investment

• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Share Save Scheme
• Maternity & Paternity leave

🙋🏾Community & Volunteering Programmes

⚡ Green Car Scheme

🚴 Cycle Scheme

🏥 Healthcare

🏙️ Office Lifestyle

🧑🏻‍🤝‍🧑🏻 Employee Referral Program

🧘🏻 Lifestyle & Wellness

🎓 Learning & Development

👨🏿‍🦽 Diversity & Inclusion

So, what’s next?

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, then we would love to hear from you! Click on apply to this job to send us your CV and the relevant member of our global talent team will be in touch with you. Alternatively send your details to [email protected] .

About your application

We review every application received and will get in touch if your skills and experience match what we’re looking for. If you don’t hear back from us within 10 days, please don’t be too disappointed – we may keep your CV on our database for any future vacancies and we would encourage you to keep an eye on our career opportunities as there may be other suitable roles.

If you do not want us to retain your details, please email [email protected]. All personal data is held in accordance with the NCC Group Privacy Policy (candidate-privacy-notice-261023.pdf (nccgroupplc.com)). We are committed to diversity and flexibility in the workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application process, please tell us at any stage.

Please note that this role involves mandatory pre-employment background checks due to the nature of the work NCC Group does. To apply, you must be willing and able to undergo the vetting process. This role being advertised will be subject to BS7858 screening as a mandatory requirement.