Job Description

Job Information


Date Opened


28/10/2025
Job Type


Contract
Work Experience


5+ years
Industry


Government & Public Sector
Salary


400 - 500 outside
City


London
Province


Greater London
Country


United Kingdom
Postal Code


EC1A

About Scrumconnect Consulting

Scrumconnect Consulting is a

multi-award-winning digital consultancy

, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments.


Our work has positively influenced the lives of

over 40 million UK citizens

, and we take pride in creating digital services that truly make a difference.

We specialise in

user-centred design

,

agile delivery

, and

modern engineering practices

that help transform public services through innovation, collaboration, and technology excellence.

Role Overview

We're seeking an experienced

DevOps Engineer

to join our dynamic and growing team. This role requires a mix of

technical expertise

,

leadership

, and a

passion for cloud technologies

--particularly

Azure

.



You'll be responsible for automating, optimising, and securing our Azure environments, ensuring scalability, resilience, and efficiency across multiple high-impact digital projects.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Azure infrastructure initiatives, implementing best practices in

CI/CD pipelines

,

monitoring

, and

security

. Collaborate with development and operations teams to design and deliver

scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions

. Drive the adoption of

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

using

Terraform

or

ARM templates

, enhancing automation and consistency. Mentor and support junior DevOps engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Stay updated on the latest Azure services and tools, assessing their potential impact and integration opportunities. Ensure system reliability, performance, and uptime through proactive monitoring and troubleshooting. Contribute to shaping DevOps best practices and standards across Scrumconnect projects.

Qualifications & Skills

Proven experience as a

DevOps Engineer

, with a strong focus on

Microsoft Azure

services. Hands-on experience with

CI/CD tools

(Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions). Proficiency with

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

frameworks like

Terraform

or

ARM templates

. Solid experience with

containerisation

and orchestration (

Docker

,

Kubernetes

). Understanding of

security best practices

, monitoring, and automation at scale. Familiarity with

Agile methodologies

and modern software delivery practices. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with a collaborative and proactive mindset.

Azure certifications

(e.g. Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, Azure Solutions Architect Expert*) are highly desirable.

What We Offer

A key role in one of the UK's leading

public sector digital consultancies

. Opportunities for

professional growth

, including access to

training and certifications

. A

competitive salary and benefits package

, designed to support your well-being and career development. A

collaborative and inclusive work environment

where innovation and teamwork are valued.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about shaping the future of

digital public services

, apply today by sending your

CV

and a

cover letter

outlining your

Azure DevOps experience

and your motivation to join Scrumconnect Consulting.

Diversity & Inclusion

At

Scrumconnect Consulting

, we believe that

diversity drives innovation

. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and supported.



We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and actively encourage interest from

women

,

people with disabilities

,

underrepresented communities

, and those seeking

flexible working arrangements

.