Salesforce DevOps Engineer (Part-Time, Job-Share, Full-Time)
Location: Fareham or Swindon with hybrid working
The opportunity:
Zurich Insurance UK is expanding its Salesforce release team to meet the increasing demand for digital transformation, API-led application development, Agile delivery, DevOps practices, and innovation.
The Salesforce Team sits within the UK Technology Transformation team which is part of the UK IT Change and Delivery function. The Salesforce team is helping Zurich’s transformation journey by improving efficiency and by putting the customer at the heart of everything we do. The team has fully embraced modern ways of working including Agile, DevOps practices, API-led development, and CI/CD.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Salesforce team as a Salesforce DevOps Engineer. You will work alongside the wider Salesforce team to ensure the effective deployments to the Salesforce platform via our CI/CD estate. You will have the opportunity to work on development change across our Salesforce estate comprising of five Salesforce Orgs, all while learning and growing your skill set.
Reporting into the Salesforce Release Supervisor, you will be a Salesforce Professional in the start of your career. You will be responsible for deploying releases within a specified timeline and working with the operations team on small changes, you will work on development stories experiencing the differences between 5 Salesforce orgs.
Due to Financial Services being a regulated industry, we must adhere to Zurich’s internal standards and industry regulatory requirements. You will be responsible for following internal processes to make sure we adhere to the standards expected.
This role will also require learning source code control, GIT, DevOps best practices, Gearset, CI/CD Automation, Salesforce metadata, and the Atlassian suite.
What are we looking for?
* You will have the Salesforce certification ADM201 (or at an advanced stage in studying towards this certification).
* An interest in Salesforce release management.
* Ability to manage competing demands.
* Great interpersonal skills, and good written and oral communication skills being able to talk directly to customers to understand change and configuration requirements.
* Great problem-solving ability.
* A logical mindset.
* Ability to work collaboratively with the stakeholders.
* Ability to contribute as part of a diverse team with different backgrounds and skills.
* Ability to take responsibility for a piece of work from start to finish.
* Ability to deliver first-class operational and development support.
* Strong organisational skills.
* Experience with Salesforce deployments.
* Experience with Salesforce development.
* Experience of using JIRA and Confluence.
* DevOps and agile knowledge.
* Experience in Gearset.
* Experience of process improvement and optimisation.
As an inclusive employer, we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and can perform at their best during the interview. You’ll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.
Who we are:
At Zurich, we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people, and our planet.
With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.
If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives, and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.
Our Culture:
At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs, or culture.
We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable, and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK.
So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us. #LI-Hybrid
The financials:
* 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme.
* Annual company bonus.
* Income Protection.
* Life cover - four times your salary.
Time away:
* 25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays.
* You can also request to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance to you.
* The option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.
* Three days paid volunteering.
* Up to 16 weeks' full pay for maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
Your health is important to us:
* Access to Private medical insurance.
* Virtual GP appointments.
* Discounted gym membership.
* Free flu jab.
* Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners.
We're making a difference:
* Creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do here in Zurich.
* Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.
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