Lead Azure DevOps Engineer

Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens.

We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter.

The Role

As a Lead Azure DevOps Engineer, you will be at the forefront of our infrastructure

development, guiding our DevOps strategy and implementation within Azure environments. You

will work closely with development teams to ensure efficient deployment and operation of

applications, and lead the effort to automate and optimise our processes.

This role suits a dynamic, proactive leader who is passionate about using cloud technologies to

improve operational effectiveness and deliver outstanding results.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement and manage CI/CD pipelines and processes to ensure smooth,
• reliable deployment of software products within Azure.
• Lead development and operations teams in adopting best practice in Azure DevOps,
• fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and management using Infrastructure as Code
• Ensure the security and compliance of the cloud infrastructure in line with industry
• standards and best practice.
• Monitor and manage cloud resources to optimise performance, cost and scalability.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members, building their DevOps
• capability.
• Keep up with the latest trends and technologies in Azure and DevOps, and apply them
• to improve our processes and solutions.

What We are Looking For

• Active SC clearance, or eligibility to obtain SC clearance.
• Proven experience as a Lead DevOps Engineer or similar role, with a strong background
• Expertise in implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, Jenkins or
• similar tools).
• Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g. Terraform, ARM templates).
• Familiarity with containerisation and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid understanding of cloud security practices and compliance standards.
• Excellent leadership and teamwork skills, with the ability to mentor and inspire others.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a results-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.

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:

• The opportunity to lead and shape DevOps practice within a growing consulting firm.
• A dynamic, agile environment with a team of experts passionate about innovation.
• Flexible, remote working arrangements.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation and better outcomes. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual is valued, respected, and supported.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups, including women, people with disabilities, and diverse communities, as well as those seeking flexible working arrangements.

As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment to ensure equal opportunities for all.

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