Operations Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Operations Engineer with expertise in Linux, Python, AWS, and experience managing server infrastructure to join our team.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing, automating, and optimizing our cloud-based and on-premise systems to ensure reliability, security, and scalability. You will collaborate closely with software engineers, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to streamline deployments and maintain system health.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, monitor, and optimize Linux-based servers in both cloud (AWS) and on-premise environments.
• Some knowledge of Python for operations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to server performance, networking, and system reliability.
• Implement infrastructure-as-code (IaC) practices using Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Manage CI/CD pipelines to automate software deployments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize system performance and scalability.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Good knowledge of Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, or Debian) systems administration.
• Proficiency in Python for automation and scripting tasks.
• Hands-on experience with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, or similar).
• Knowledge of networking, security best practices, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automation tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.