DevOps Support Engineer

DevOps Support Engineer

Posted 1 week ago by IntaPeople

£275 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
Cardiff

Summary: The DevOps Support Engineer role is a contract position based in Cardiff, focusing on foundational DevOps tasks with an emphasis on automation and modern tooling. The position is suitable for individuals with a solid infrastructure background looking to transition into a more automation-focused role. The contract is initially for 12 months with the potential for extension or permanent placement. The role requires a hybrid working arrangement, with three days per week on-site in Cardiff.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support and maintain CI/CD pipeline infrastructure (basic-level work)
  • Script and automate routine tasks (Python, Bash, PowerShell etc.)
  • Work with version control systems (Git)
  • Assist in building scalable infrastructure using Terraform
  • Collaborate with engineering teams on firmware-focused projects (not a software product environment)

Key Skills:

  • Strong infrastructure or sysadmin background
  • Confident scripting (Python preferred, but Bash/PowerShell fine)
  • Experience with basic version control
  • Exposure to Terraform or interest in learning
  • Comfortable with hands-on support, troubleshooting and setup tasks

Salary (Rate): £275/day

City: Cardiff

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

DevOps Support Engineer – Contract – Cardiff (Hybrid - 3 days p/week in Cardiff)

£275 pday | 12 months initially - potential long term project

A long-term DevOps contract opportunity for someone with a solid infrastructure background who wants to break deeper into automation and modern DevOps tooling. The rate will tell you that this is not a senior DevOps role – a lot of the work is foundational, admin-level and will suit someone looking to grow into a more automation-focused position over time. If you have an Intrastructure and Scritping background and have an interest in moving toward automation and DevOps please consider applying for this one.

The Role:

  • Support and maintain CI/CD pipeline infrastructure (basic-level work)
  • Script and automate routine tasks (Python, Bash, PowerShell etc.)
  • Work with version control systems (Git)
  • Assist in building scalable infrastructure using Terraform
  • Collaborate with engineering teams on firmware-focused projects (not a software product environment)

You’ll Need:

  • Strong infrastructure or sysadmin background
  • Confident scripting (Python preferred, but Bash/PowerShell fine)
  • Experience with basic version control
  • Exposure to Terraform or interest in learning
  • Comfortable with hands-on support, troubleshooting and setup tasks

Nice to Have:

  • Any experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Nexus etc.)
  • Familiarity with firmware environments rather than software
  • Interest in DevOps and automation as a long-term direction

Details:

  • Based in Cardiff, 3 days per week on-site (hybrid model)
  • £275/day
  • 12 month contract initially with likely extension or opportunity to go permanent thereafter