Overview

Senior DevOps Engineer - Defence role at IBM

Introduction: At IBM CIC, we deliver deep technical and industry expertise to a wide range of public and private sector clients in the UK. A career in IBM CIC means you’ll have the opportunity to work with visionaries across multiple industries to improve the hybrid cloud and AI journey for the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Your ability to accelerate impact and make meaningful change for your clients is enabled by our strategic partner ecosystem and our robust technology platforms across the IBM portfolio. Curiosity and a constant quest for knowledge serve as the foundation to success in IBM CIC. In your role, you’ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, investigate ideas outside of your role, and come up with creative solutions which impact a wide network of clients, whom may be at their site or one of our CIC or IBM locations. Our culture of evolution centres on long-term career growth and development opportunities in an environment that embraces your unique skills and experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead cutting-edge application management strategies on hybrid cloud platforms.
• Provide expert consulting services to clients on managing applications on various cloud platforms.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues across multiple stacks.
• Utilize expertise in custom skills, including at least two primary technology skills (e.g., Java, Open Source, databases, Integration technologies, Mainframe, IBMi, and Data AMS).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless application management and deployment.
• Mentor junior developers, providing guidance and support in their professional development.

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

• Extensive experience in DevOps engineering
• Experience working in an on-premises environment
• Strong knowledge of GitLab Jenkins Docker Java Python and OpenShift
• Strong team-first mindset and a growth mindset with a willingness to share knowledge and upskill others
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Extensive experience with multiple programming languages and platforms
• In-depth understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder expectations
• Proven track record in driving successful application management on hybrid cloud platforms

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

• AWS Certified Developer or equivalent
• Experience with DevSecOps practices
• Familiarity with quality engineering principles and tools
• Background in platform and manage method skills
• Expertise in migration tools (AWS Migration Hub, AWS Server Migration Service, etc.)
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills
• Publication record in peer-reviewed journals or reputable industry publications
• Experience working in Agile teams is a benefit

Other Information

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. However, for you to be eligible for this role, you must have the valid right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we do not offer visa sponsorship and have no future plans to do so. You must be a resident in the UK and have been living continuously in the UK for the last 10 years. You must be able to hold or gain a UK government security clearance.

Notes

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting