DevOps Engineer

Job Description

Role: DevOps Engineer
Location: UK-based (flexible) – must be willing to attend workshops and key sessions in Newcastle
Clearance: Active SC Clearance required
Work Type: Contract (3-6 Months)
Overview
We are seeking experienced DevOps Engineers to join a high-profile programmed within a secure government environment. This role focuses on building, automating, and maintaining scalable cloud infrastructure while supporting data-driven platforms and integrations.
Key Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain cloud-based infrastructure using AWS
Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code using Terraform
Support and optimise data processing pipelines using Apache Spark and Airflow
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure and scalable solutions
Implement CI/CD pipelines using GitLab
Containerise applications and services using Docker
Conduct and implement security scanning and vulnerability management
Work with Jupyter Notebooks for data exploration and development
Integrate with DWP-specific products, including:
Data Access Layer
Secure File Transfer (SFT)Key Skills & Experience

Strong experience with AWS services
Expertise in Terraform (Infrastructure as Code)
Hands-on experience with:
Apache Spark
Python
Apache Airflow
Docker
GitLab CI/CD
Experience with security scanning tools such as:
Trivy
Trend Micro
Wiz (or similar)
Knowledge of data engineering and pipeline orchestration
Familiarity with Jupyter Notebooks
Experience working in secure/public sector environments (DWP experience highly desirable)Working Arrangement
Flexible remote working across the UK
Occasional travel to Newcastle required for team workshops, planning, and collaboration sessions