Full job descriptionJob Description

Role: DevOps Engineer
Location: UK-based (flexible) – must be willing to attend workshops and key sessions in Newcastle
Clearance: Active SC Clearance required
Work Type: Contract (3-6 Months)
Overview
We are seeking experienced DevOps Engineers to join a high-profile programmed within a secure government environment. This role focuses on building, automating, and maintaining scalable cloud infrastructure while supporting data-driven platforms and integrations.
Key Responsibilities
*Design, build, and maintain cloud-based infrastructure using AWS
*Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code using Terraform
*Support and optimise data processing pipelines using Apache Spark and Airflow
*Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure and scalable solutions
*Implement CI/CD pipelines using GitLab
*Containerise applications and services using Docker
*Conduct and implement security scanning and vulnerability management
*Work with Jupyter Notebooks for data exploration and development
*Integrate with DWP-specific products, including:*Data Access Layer
*Secure File Transfer (SFT)

Key Skills & Experience
*Strong experience with AWS services
*Expertise in Terraform (Infrastructure as Code)
*Hands-on experience with:*Apache Spark
*Python
*Apache Airflow
*Docker
*GitLab CI/CD

*Experience with security scanning tools such as:*Trivy
*Trend Micro
*Wiz (or similar)

*Knowledge of data engineering and pipeline orchestration
*Familiarity with Jupyter Notebooks
*Experience working in secure/public sector environments (DWP experience highly desirable)
Working Arrangement*Flexible remote working across the UK
*Occasional travel to Newcastle required for team workshops, planning, and collaboration sessions