Senior Azure DevOps Engineer

About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning UK public sector digital consultancy, positively influencing the lives of over forty million UK citizens. We bring deep expertise in agile delivery, digital transformation, and platform engineering across central government. With a team of over one hundred and twenty-five professionals — more than forty percent of whom are women — we are committed to building inclusive, diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve. The Role We are seeking a Senior Azure DevOps Engineer to join our team. This role blends technical expertise, leadership and a passion for cloud technologies. You will be instrumental in automating, optimising and securing our Azure environments, driving efficiency and innovation across our projects. Key Responsibilities ● Lead Azure infrastructure projects, ensuring best practice in CI/CD pipelines, monitoring and security. ● Collaborate with development teams to implement scalable and secure cloud solutions. ● Drive the adoption of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) within Azure, enhancing automation and consistency. ● Mentor junior DevOps team members, sharing knowledge and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. ● Stay abreast of the latest Azure services and features, evaluating their potential impact on our projects. ● Ensure system reliability and performance, troubleshooting and resolving issues proactively. What We are Looking For Essential: ● SC eligible, with the ability to obtain SC clearance. ● Proven track record as an Azure DevOps Engineer, with extensive experience across Azure services. ● Strong background in CI/CD tooling, containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) and IaC (Terraform, ARM templates). ● Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead projects and teams effectively. ● Familiarity with Agile methodologies and a commitment to DevOps best practice. ● Outstanding communication skills, able to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams. Desirable: ● Azure certifications, such as Azure DevOps Engineer Expert or Azure Solutions Architect Expert (highly preferred). Why Join Scrumconnect Ltd? At Scrumconnect, we are more than just a consultancy. We are a collaborative team focused on delivering impactful digital transformation services across government and enterprise organisations. As part of our team, you will benefit from: ● A key role in a consultancy at the forefront of public sector digital innovation. ● Opportunities for professional growth, with access to training and certifications. ● A collaborative, inclusive working environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. Application Process Interested in shaping the future of digital public services? Send your CV and a cover letter detailing your Azure DevOps experience and what motivates you to join Scrumconnect to recruitment@scrumconnect.com. If shortlisted, you will be invited to interview. Scrumconnect Ltd is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. Diversity and Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, underrepresented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements.