Our client, a prominent entity within the Defence & Security sector, is currently searching for a dedicated and skilled DevOps Systems Engineer (Systems Solutions Engineer) to join their team in Wiltshire.
This is more than a job - it's a mission. You will be part of a high-impact, collaborative environment, contributing to the vision of designing, delivering, and transforming collective training for the UK forces.
Key Responsibilities:
Designing, deploying, and supporting integrated system and application solutions across physical, virtual, and cloud environments through CI/CD pipelines
Translating operational and technical requirements into implementable system architectures and solution designs
Supporting the deployment, configuration, and integration of systems and applications within development and operational environments
Ensuring system solutions meet performance, reliability, security, and interoperability requirements across platforms and environments
Acting as the technical liaison between engineering teams and supply chain partners
Reviewing technical proposals and assisting with integration planning
Coordinating with engineering and supply chain teams to ensure delivered components and systems meet required technical and operational specifications
Supporting system testing, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure successful deployment and operational readiness
Collaborating with cross-functional teams including software engineers, network engineers, architects, and programme teams
Integrating third-party technologies and vendor solutions into the broader systems architecture
Developing and maintaining technical documentation
Maintaining awareness of emerging technologies and tools
Job Requirements:
We are looking for individuals who have a mission focus and the enthusiasm and drive to 'get things done'. You should be able to collaborate effectively with defence organisations. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience:
Engineering background with a degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience
Proven experience designing, deploying, and supporting integrated systems and application solutions across hybrid environments (cloud and on-premise)
Strong understanding of systems integration principles across software, infrastructure, and networking layers
Ability to translate operational and technical requirements into practical system architectures and deployment plans
Experience supporting technical deployments within structured delivery environments (e.g. Agile or SAFe)
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability with experience diagnosing complex system issues
Understanding of system security principles and governance requirements
Experience designing and deploying containerised solutions using orchestration technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling (e.g. GitHub, ArgoCD, Helm, Maven, SonarQube, Quay or equivalent)
Experience using monitoring and observability platforms (e.g. Prometheus, Fluentd, ELK stack, Grafana)
Experience integrating and supporting database solutions (e.g. MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MSSQL)
Experience deploying and operating systems within cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS
Experience supporting system testing, validation, and troubleshooting during deployment and operational phases
Desirable Skills and Experience:
Experience working with Red Hat OpenShift and Ceph storage platforms
Programming experience (e.g. Python, JavaScript)
Experience working with event streaming and data pipeline technologies (e.g. Kafka, Apache NiFi, Apache Spark)
Experience delivering multi-system integration projects within defence, government, or highly regulated environments
Experience implementing and configuring training simulation technologies across Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) environments
Experience working with external suppliers and vendors to deliver integrated technical solutions
Experience supporting procurement or supply chain teams by translating technical specifications and integration requirements
Understanding of interoperability standards or integration frameworks used within enterprise or defence systems
Benefits:
Competitive salaries
25 days holiday + statutory public holidays, with an option to buy and sell up to 5 days
Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution)
Company bonus scheme (discretionary)
6 times salary 'Life Assurance' with pension
Flexible Benefits scheme including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work amongst others
Enhanced sick pay
Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leave
Car / Car allowance (dependant on grade/ role)
Private Medical Insurance (dependant on grade)
Work Culture:
37hr working week, although hours may vary depending on role or job requirement
Early finish on Fridays, starting the weekend at 1.30pm
Remote, hybrid, and site-based working opportunities
A flexible working culture that is output focussed
Up to 5 paid days volunteering each year
If you are a capable and committed DevOps Systems Engineer (Systems Solutions Engineer) looking for a new opportunity to develop your career within the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in Wiltshire
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