DevOps Engineer in UNITED KINGDOM

About the Company

Companies House is a key government agency responsible for incorporating and dissolving limited companies in the UK, maintaining the official register of companies, and providing essential business information to the public and government entities. Committed to transparency, security, and innovation, Companies House is at the forefront of digital transformation within the public sector. The organization fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment, emphasizing continuous improvement, technological advancement, and excellent service delivery. With a proven track record of maintaining high service availability, Companies House is dedicated to supporting the digital needs of businesses and citizens across the UK.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated DDaT Lead, Senior Executive Officer to join our Digital Services team in a permanent capacity. This role is pivotal in driving our infrastructure engineering initiatives, specifically within WebOps and DevOps domains. As a Lead DevOps Engineer, you will be responsible for shaping and executing our DevOps strategy, ensuring the delivery of secure, resilient, and high-performing digital services that support millions of users nationwide. You will work remotely within the UK, collaborating with a diverse team of engineers to maintain and enhance our service infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to lead digital transformation efforts, influence technological advancements, and contribute to the organization's mission of transparency and efficiency in business registration processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in DevOps, infrastructure engineering, or related fields
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Experience with automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, Bash, Python)
• Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Knowledge of security best practices in cloud and infrastructure environments
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and leadership abilities
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Certified Kubernetes Administrator) are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of DevOps strategies to enhance infrastructure reliability and security
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain scalable and resilient infrastructure solutions
• Automate deployment, monitoring, and management processes to improve efficiency and reduce downtime
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams
• Participate in incident management, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis to ensure high service availability
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of infrastructure configurations, procedures, and policies
• Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices across all digital services
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize infrastructure performance and cost-effectiveness
• Participate in on-call rotations, providing 24/7 support as required

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from £41,571 to £56,784, including a non-pensionable digital allowance of up to £11,000
• Employer contribution of 28.97% to the Civil Service Pension scheme
• Flexible working arrangements with no core hours, promoting work-life balance
• 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day
• Opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in the UK
• Supportive and inclusive organizational culture focused on wellbeing and professional development
• Access to training and development resources to enhance your skills and career growth

Equal Opportunity

Companies House is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other protected characteristic. We ensure fair and equitable recruitment processes and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary. Our organization values the unique perspectives and experiences each employee brings, and we strive to create a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared mission.