Amber Labs is hiring a
Lead DevOps Engineer, Remote - United Kingdom

Summary

The job is for a Lead DevOps Engineer at Amber Labs, a UK-based technology consultancy. The role involves leading teams to ensure software stability, availability, and quality. The employee will be based in the UK, work full time for 12 months, and require SC clearance.

Requirements

• Proficiency in converting technical requirements into solutions
• Experience with Linux Operating Systems, specifically RHEL
• Strong scripting skills, particularly in Terraform
• Expertise in Configuration Management tools like Ansible
• Familiarity with Version control systems, especially Git
• Hands-on experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment using GitLab CI
• Ability to modify, maintain, and evolve legacy systems and code
• Proficiency in standardising systems and code
• Experience with cloud applications, specifically AWS
• Skilful use and operation of tools including Bash, Python, Terraform, Ansible, NGINX, GitLab, Jira, and Confluence
• Experience in deploying, supporting, and patching systems
• Familiarity with APIs and Microservices
• Understanding of user testing methodologies

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to a diverse team of employees, offering expert advice and resolving complex problems
• Collaborate with DevOps Engineers and key technical decision-makers to define and execute strategic delivery visions
• Drive technical evolution within the organisation, evaluating and adopting emerging technologies while prioritising user needs
• Act as a departmental representative, promoting Engineering and DevOps practices, standards, and processes
• Develop and support the Engineering capability by nurturing talent, shaping career paths, and recruiting new talent
• Foster relationships with stakeholders, ensuring security, stability, and capacity are integrated into citizen services' development and deployment
• Make high-level decisions impacting various work areas within the organisation
• Collaborate with seniors to address technical challenges, resource allocation, and skills gaps within technical teams
• Identify and mitigate risks, devising effective plans to address them
• Design and implement strategies for building a reusable DevOps toolchain
• Consult with senior stakeholders, providing thorough analysis and recommendations influencing decision-making processes
• Offer advice on problems arising from specific work programmes or changes in Departmental policy, making balanced recommendations

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain standards, tools, and techniques within a team
• Strong understanding and application of modern standards and practices
• Experience in coaching and guiding others
• Proficiency in setting release policies and managing resources for effective systems integration
• Proven track record in anticipating and leveraging new digital technologies to enhance capability
• Excellent customer service skills, with a focus on delivering high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective services
• Proactive management of risks and identification of solutions
• Commitment to compliance with legal, regulatory, and security requirements
• Ability to build and maintain strong interpersonal relationships and foster an inclusive working environment
• Effective decision-making skills, considering stakeholder needs and expectations
• Commitment to continuous self-learning and development, fostering a culture of learning within the team

Benefits

• Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA
• Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes
• Receive private medical insurance through Aviva
• Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest
• 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays
• Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources
• Participate in a generous employee referral program
• A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement
• Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation
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