Job Description

About H&B
At Holland & Barrett, we're over 150 years old - and building like a startup. We've gone all-in on digital, becoming a fully cloud-native organisation using Kubernetes, containers, serverless, and event-driven architecture. Now, we're ready for the next step: building a secure, world-class internal platform - and we need a DevSecOps leader to make it happen.
About the Role
This is a greenfield platform role with real ownership. You'll lead the creation of a secure, scalable operational platform designed first and foremost for developers. Our goal? A seamless, automated, secure path to production - security built in, not bolted on.
We believe in "platform as a product". Your platform will power how teams across the business build, ship, and operate software - safely, quickly, and with confidence.
The Role
As Platform Engineering Manager (DevSecOps), you'll lead a talented team of engineers and shape both the technical direction and the DevSecOps culture. This is a hands-on leadership role where strategy meets delivery.
You'll be trusted to:
Own the security, architecture, and roadmap of our operational platform
Embed security and automation across the full SDLC
Champion collaboration between engineering, security, and operations
Raise the bar on engineering excellence and developer experience
What You'll Do
Design, build, and run a secure cloud-native platform (AWS)
Lead and mentor a high-performing DevSecOps / platform team
Define and deliver the DevSecOps roadmap
Drive security automation, CI/CD, and infrastructure as code
Partner closely with development teams to remove friction and enable speed
Key Requirement
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Proven experience leading DevSecOps or platform engineering teams
Strong hands-on knowledge of cloud security (AWS)
Deep understanding of CI/CD, IaC, and security automation
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and modern cloud tooling
A product mindset and genuine passion for developer experience
Clear communication and the ability to influence at all levels
Why Holland & Barrett?
Real impact: You'll shape a core platform used across the business
Modern tech: Cloud-native, greenfield, no legacy constraints
Remote-first: Work from anywhere, with a global team
Purpose-led: Helping people live healthier, happier lives
If you're excited about building secure platforms that developers actually love - we'd love to hear from you.
What we offer:
What we offer:
Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits

• Health Cash Plan
• Life Assurance
• Bonus Scheme - Based on company & personal performance
• Virtual GP
• Private Medical care
• FREE at-home blood test kit
• Holiday Purchase option
• Pension Contribution scheme
• Access to 'Wellhub' with gyms, studios and wellbeing apps

Discounts & Savings

• 25% Colleague Discount with FREE Standard Delivery
• Exclusive Discounts from a wide range of partners
• /EUR50 Annual Product Allowance to spend in store

Learning & Development

• Access to a variety of learning opportunities, including Level 2-5 Apprenticeships, Workshops and our Digital Learning Library
• AND MORE!

Holland and Barrett is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diverse perspectives and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. We understand that when our colleagues are listened to, respected and valued for who they are, we build an organisation with belonging at its heart - making health and wellness a way of life for everyone.
Holland & Barrett does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms/recruiters. Please do not forward resumes to our job alias, employees, or any other company location. Holland & Barrett is not and will not be responsible for any fees if a candidate submitted by a search firm/recruiter unless otherwise agreed with respect to specific open position(s).

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