Talent Smart Limited
Eastleigh, Hampshire
22/11/2024
Full time
*This role requires 3 days a week in the office* We are seeking an experienced DevOps Team Leader to spearhead the modernisation and transformation of a technology stack from Legacy on-premises systems to a cloud-first, automated, and DevOps-driven approach. As part of a forward-thinking retail and leisure firm, this role offers the opportunity to drive change, lead a high-performing team, and deliver a cutting-edge technology platform that aligns with the company's long-term strategic goals. Key Responsibilities Leadership and Team Development: Lead, mentor, and grow a skilled DevOps team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. Conduct regular one-to-ones, performance reviews, and provide clear career development pathways for team members. Modernisation and Transformation: Take ownership of the transition from Legacy on-premises infrastructure to cloud-based solutions (eg, AWS, Azure, or GCP). Champion the adoption of automation tools and DevOps practices to improve operational efficiency and scalability. Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement a future-ready architecture that supports the organisation's retail and leisure operations. Cloud and Automation Expertise: Drive the adoption of Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, or Chef to automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration. Lead the implementation and orchestration of containerization technologies such as Kubernetes and Docker. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with cross-functional teams, including developers, infrastructure engineers, and product managers, to ensure seamless delivery of services and platforms. Act as a key advocate for DevOps best practices across the organisation. Operational Excellence: Oversee the deployment pipeline, ensuring robust CI/CD processes are in place. Monitor system performance, ensuring high availability, reliability, and security of all environments. Change Management: Lead change initiatives and support the cultural shift required for a successful transformation to cloud and DevOps. Ensure stakeholders are kept informed of progress, timelines, and potential risks. Requirements Technical Skills: Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Expertise in DevOps tools and methodologies, including CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), and monitoring/logging tools. Hands-on experience with automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, or Chef. Advanced knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and container orchestration. Solid understanding of Legacy infrastructure and the challenges of migrating to modern cloud platforms. Leadership and Communication: Proven track record of leading and managing a DevOps or infrastructure team in a complex environment. Exceptional communication skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize and deliver in a fast-paced environment. Experience: Previous experience driving modernisation and transformation programs within a retail, leisure, or similar industry. Familiarity with Agile and DevOps methodologies. Strong understanding of ITIL frameworks and operational excellence practices. Preferred Qualifications Certification in cloud platforms (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Architect, etc.) Experience with retail or leisure-specific technology systems. Familiarity with governance, compliance, and security practices in cloud environments.