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Become a change maker and join Node4. Node4 has a committed, talented, and diverse workforce that is growing all the time, but as we expand through our own growth and acquisitions, we never lose sight of the most important part of our business - our people. We want you to grow, learn, and evolve alongside us. So, whether you're just starting out in your career or looking to progress as an industry professional, Node4 has a place for you. About the role The DevOps Engineer will play a pivotal role in our organisation, bridging the gap between development, operations, and infrastructure. This position is responsible for creating, improving, and maintaining our Azure cloud-based infrastructure. The engineer will work closely with our software development team to design and implement scalable, high-performing solutions. The role will be critical in ensuring the stability and resilience of our digital services, contributing significantly to the organisation's operational efficiency and product delivery. RESPONSIBILITIES Design, build, and maintain the CI/CD infrastructure and tools to deliver high-quality software. Automate processes to increase efficiency and reduce potential human errors. Develop and implement system procedures and best practices for maintaining stable and scalable cloud-based applications. Collaborate with the development team to troubleshoot software issues and ensure robust software quality. Monitor systems to identify issues before they impact business operations. Implement security best practices at the cloud level. Participate in on-call rotations, driving recovery and post-mortem activities to ensure system reliability and availability. Assist with the delivery of engagements around Microsoft's solution areas, technologies, and products in diverse client environments. Understand the developed solution's relevant application development, infrastructure, and operations implications. Provide ongoing support for cloud applications and infrastructure. Produce quality code across a range of projects and technologies, assisting junior members of the team. Work alongside other Application Developers, Support Engineers, Software Testers, and UX designers. Develop code based on coding standards and programming methods (e.g., Data security and best practices - OWASP, GDPR restrictions and requirements, Git/Azure DevOps Workflow, and other internal processes). Use a variety of agile methodologies and follow the DevOps process to shorten development cycles, increase deployment frequency, and provide more dependable releases, all in close alignment with business or customer objectives. Advise and guide managed services teams and customers on DevOps principles as well as development skills and processes. Help contribute to the DevOps culture. Produce Infrastructure as Code templates for Microsoft Azure and, where applicable, multi-cloud solutions. Release improvements and enhancements via the DevOps lifecycle for cloud-based solutions. Provide a point of contact and administration for Node4 in-house IT systems. Perform basic database administration. Attend regular stand-up meetings to help deliver on project/case progress. What will you bring? Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Relevant career experience will always be considered in lieu of formal qualifications. Relevant Microsoft Certifications. Ability to be SC cleared. Skills: Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell. Extensive knowledge of Azure cloud services. Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins or Azure DevOps. Strong understanding of containerization and orchestration technologies like Docker and Kubernetes. Familiarity with infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform or ARM templates. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Experience: Minimum of 3 years' experience in a DevOps role. Proven experience with Azure cloud-based infrastructure design and management. What can we offer you? Hybrid Working Private Medical Insurance or Company Paid Health Cash Plan Employee Assistance Program 25 days holidays plus your birthday off Option to purchase additional holiday (up to 5 days) Company Pension Scheme Life Assurance x 4 A diverse workforce Employee investment with Node4 training Academy Family savings and shopping discounts through the Node4 benefits portal. Discounted Gym Membership Modern facilities with open and welcoming breakout areas Company Social events Never ending supply of hot and cold drinks, biscuits, sweets, and fruit Why join Node4? Founded in 2004, Node4 has experienced exceptional growth and success over the years. From an office in Derby to locations nationwide. From three people to a workforce of over 1200. We believe that our people are the driving force behind our success. We are a vibrant, passionate, and diverse team committed to providing exceptional service as standard. We are proud of our employees and the environment that reflects our core business values of Passion, Innovation, and Trust. Node4 is the place to be if you are passionate about technology and providing exceptional service while developing your career within a welcoming and evolving company. TAKE A LOOK AT OUR STORY