DevOps Engineer (Ansible/Python)

DevOps Engineer (Ansible/Python)

Location: Sheffield, UK (Hybrid – 2/3 days/week onsite)

Contract Type: 14-month contract

Start Date: ASAP

Day Rate: £500 (Outside IR35)

Job Summary:

We're hiring a DevOps Engineer with 6-8 years of experience in Ansible and Python to support a major UK banking end client. You'll design and deliver secure, automated data protection services, working with platforms such as NetBackup and Commvault. The ideal candidate will be an expert in DevOps tooling, Agile delivery, and cloud/on-premise data infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

Build and support automation for enterprise data protection systems (NetBackup, Commvault)

Design secure, resilient infrastructure and contribute to Agile sprint cycles

Develop and consume REST APIs for reporting and monitoring

Collaborate with cross-functional teams using GitHub, Jira, Confluence

Mentor junior engineers and document automation processes

Ensure compliance with data privacy and cybersecurity standards

Essential Skills:

6-8 years of hands-on experience with Ansible and Python

Strong DevOps experience with GitHub, CI/CD, and Bash

Excellent understanding of Agile/Scrum, user stories, and backlog management

API development and third-party integrations

Experience with configuration/orchestration using RedHat Ansible

Desirable Skills:

Experience with NetBackup, Commvault, or Cohesity

Ability to convert Puppet scripts to Ansible

Solid understanding of on-prem data infrastructure and data protection frameworks

Location & Working Model:

Based in Sheffield, UK

Hybrid: 2/3 days per week onsite at client's office

Apply now if you hit the mark!