Head of DevOps

Xpertise are looking for a Head of DevOps to join one of our telecommunications clients. The focus is on innovation and digital transformation. A strategic thinker with strong leadership skills will be a crucial skill to this role.

• 900 Outside IR35
• 6-month contract initially
• Hybrid (London)

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute DevOps strategies to enhance scalability, reliability, and security of applications and infrastructure on AWS.
• Lead a team of DevOps engineers - providing guidance, mentorship, and drive excellence.
• Implement best practices for CI/CD, automation, and infrastructure as code (IaC).
• Champion a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the DevOps team and across the organization.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Proven experience as a DevOps leader, managing complex infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines on AWS.

• Deep understanding of AWS services, including but not limited to Lambda, CloudFormation, and IAM.

• Background in scripting and automation using Python

• Experience with containerisation technologies - Docker and Kubernetes.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.

• Relevant AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) are highly desirable.