Job Specifications
Lead DevOps Engineer (12-Month FTC) - Remote UK
Location: Remote UK
Type: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract (FTC) - with potential to extend
Clearance Requirement: Active SC clearance is essential
Amber Labs is seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to join our growing team on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract, with the potential for extension. This is a remote-first position based in the UK.
In this role, you'll be instrumental in architecting, automating, and maintaining robust, scalable, and secure infrastructure environments that support our clients' mission-critical systems. You will work in a highly collaborative environment, focused on continuous improvement, automation, and DevOps best practices--particularly within government and public sector projects.
Key Responsibilities
Design, build, and maintain scalable and secure cloud infrastructure using AWS
Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management using Terraform
Deploy and manage containerised applications using Docker and Kubernetes
Implement CI/CD pipelines to support rapid development and deployment cycles
Collaborate with development, security, and operations teams to ensure system reliability, performance, and compliance
Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimise systems in production environments
Ensure infrastructure meets security, compliance, and governance standards (particularly for government environments)
Provide technical leadership and guidance on best practices in infrastructure automation and cloud architecture
Support knowledge sharing and mentoring across the DevOps function
Essential Skills & Experience
SC clearance is essential - applicants without SC cannot be considered
Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer working on UK government or public sector projects
Strong hands-on experience with AWS cloud services
Proficient with Terraform for Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Solid understanding and experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration
Strong skills in Docker for containerisation
Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g., using GitLab CI, Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
Must have experience with leading a DevOps team
Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, CloudWatch)
Understanding of security best practices in DevOps and cloud environments
Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams
Why Join Us?
Be part of a fast-growing consultancy where innovation and personal development are key priorities
Private Medical Insurance (Aviva)
Company Pension Plan (Nest)
25 days annual leave + UK bank holidays
Access to Perkbox - global employee rewards and wellness platform
Generous employee referral scheme
Collaborative, inclusive work environment that encourages experimentation and bold ideas
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Diversity & Inclusion at Amber Labs
At Amber Labs, we believe diversity drives innovation and creativity. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels welcomed and valued.
We:
Embrace a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
Actively promote equality and inclusion across all levels of the company
Create a respectful workplace free from discrimination, bullying, and harassment
Important Information
We are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type.
What Happens Next?
Once your application is reviewed, our Talent Acquisition team will contact you to outline the next steps. The selection process typically includes two interview stages, with a potential third stage involving our company Partners if required.
If you're ready to work on mission-critical government projects in a dynamic DevOps environment, apply today to join Amber Labs.
About the Company
Amber Labs is a partnership of highly-skilled consultants and technologists.
We specialise in the evolution of Data Engineering, Cloud and Analytics.
We focus on delivering value from our client's data using innovative approaches that reduce risk and delivery time, and that we are constantly improving through R&D.
Amber Labs was founded on three key principles:
An employee first internal culture, through diverse investment and exciting opportunities for our team, and a partnership structure ensuring everyone has an op...
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