Job Description

Who are we

At Knight Frank, we work responsibly in partnership to enhance people's lives and environments. Founded in 1896 and headquartered in London, UK, Knight Frank is one of the world's leading independent real estate consultancies. After 128 years we are now located in over 50 Territories, 740+ Offices, 27,000+ People, with 1 Global Network.


At the heart of all we do are our Clients. A relationship built on trust is vital. As trusted partners in property, we act with integrity and care, understanding our clients' unique needs and consistently thinking about the bigger picture to provide personalised, clear and considered advice across all areas of property. Through our deep understanding of key markets and sectors - both emerging and established - we are dedicated to meeting and exceeding their property goals.


A true partnership is a balanced one, and our People are passionate about, and committed to, making our business inclusive and diverse. We give every individual the space and opportunity to perform at their best and be recognised for the immense value they bring. We empower everyone to have autonomy in their role and encourage them to use their voice in how we can make a positive impact as a firm and shape the future of real estate, the built environment and the impact on the communities we serve. Our collaborative and engaged teams provide excellent and dedicated client service. In our workplace, opinions are respected, everyone is invited to contribute to the success of our business and innovation, and new ideas are celebrated.


In 2021 we celebrated our 125th anniversary and set out Our Desired Future, cemented in three pillars: People Potential, Client Centricity and always Creating our Future, together.

About The Role

Knight Frank is looking to hire a talented and highly motivated DevOps Engineer to join our internal DevOps team, based in our Baker Street HQ.

Why Knight Frank?

Role:

We are seeking a proactive and innovative DevOps Engineer to join our internal DevOps team at our headquarters in Central London. In this pivotal role, you will design, build, and maintain robust software development pipelines while championing automation and continuous improvement. Your expertise will be critical in bridging the gap between development and operations, ensuring efficient and secure delivery across multiple environments.

Responsibilities:

Design and implement automated build, test, and deployment pipelines from source control through production. Build, configure, and maintain development tools and infrastructure to support scalable software delivery. Work closely with developers and other stakeholders to capture needs and translate them into technical solutions. Serve as a technical product owner by contributing to medium-to-long term strategic planning. Continuously assess and optimize development and release processes to enhance efficiency and performance. Develop tools and scripts (using PowerShell, Python, and YAML) that support automation and process standardization. Conduct thorough testing, code reviews, and system analysis to maintain high standards in code quality and performance. Ensure robust cybersecurity measures are embedded in all systems to protect against threats and vulnerabilities. Participate in project planning and decision-making, ensuring smooth rollout and integration of new features. Troubleshoot technical challenges and implement effective fixes and updates as needed.

Key Experience Required:

Education & Certification

: Minimum 2:1 degree in Computer Science or related field; Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Certification is a plus.

Cloud & DevOps Expertise

: Proficient in Azure DevOps, Azure Pipelines, CI/CD methodologies, and Infrastructure as Code tools like Bicep.

Programming & Scripting

: Skilled in PowerShell, Python, YAML configuration, and version control with Git.

Systems & Monitoring

: Experience with Windows/Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, and monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and Elastic Stack.

Design & Security

: Strong in solution design, documentation, cybersecurity integration, and cross-functional collaboration
Competitive salary


Please note: this is a Direct Search led by Knight Frank. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs, even if provided by PSL agencies.