Job Title: Senior DevOps Engineer Location: Islington, London Contract: Perm Recruiter: Noaman Hussain About the role We are looking for an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer to lead our AWS cloud strategy. You will be a specialist in AWS services and cloud architecture, focusing on implementing scalable, reliable, and cost-efficient solutions. In this role, you will optimise cloud operations, managing security and compliance, and automating processes to enhance efficiency. You will collaborate with the Head of Cloud, Head of Engineering, Head of Services, and senior leadership to align DevOps initiatives with overall business goals. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will need to present complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You will not have management responsibilities. AWS Expertise 1. Develop and implement a robust AWS cloud strategy aligned with business goals. 2. Design and architect cloud solutions adhering to AWS Well-Architected Framework principles. 3. Possess deep expertise in AWS services, including EC2, S3, Elastic Beanstalk, Lambda, RDS, Aurora MySQL, CloudFront, CloudFormation, Terraform, ECS Fargate, EKS, ElastiCache, and Redshift. 4. Stay up-to-date with AWS services, best practices, and industry trends. 5. Ensure security and compliance within AWS environments. 6. Automate infrastructure and deployment processes using tools like Git Actions, Terraform and CloudFormation. 7. Optimise performance and cost-efficiency of AWS resources. 8. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to AWS services and infrastructure. Cloud Operations and Optimisation 1. Ensure the stability, reliability, and performance of cloud environments. 2. Implement cost-optimisation strategies and track cloud spending. 3. Manage cloud security and compliance (IAM, security groups, VPCs, etc.). 4. Troubleshoot and resolve production issues efficiently. 5. Implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans. Process Improvement and Standardisation 1. Define and implement DevOps processes and standards. 2. Automate manual processes to improve efficiency and reduce errors. 3. Conduct regular reviews of cloud infrastructure and processes. 4. Identify opportunities for improvement and implement changes. Strategic Partnership and Collaboration 1. Collaborate closely with the IT Director, Head of Cloud Platform, Head of Engineering, and Head of Services to refine cloud platform architecture and strategy. 2. Align DevOps initiatives with overall business objectives and the IT roadmap. 3. Provide technical expertise and support to engineering and services teams. Build strong relationships with key stakeholders. What you’ll need to have These are the essential skills or experience needed to succeed in this role. DevOps Toolchain and Automation 1. Build and maintain continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines using Git Actions and Jenkins. 2. Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Terraform and CloudFormation. 3. Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) principles and practices. 4. Develop automation scripts for routine tasks and operational processes. 5. Implement monitoring and alerting systems using tools like CloudWatch. Our benefits Boots Retirement Savings Plan Discretionary annual bonus Generous employee discounts Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child Flexible benefits scheme including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and more. Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme. We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - find out more at boots.jobs/rewards. Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate. Why Boots At Boots, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. As the heart of everything we do at Boots, it's with you, we change for the better. What's next Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best. This role requires the successful candidate to complete a Pre-employment check after receiving an offer. Depending on your location you will be asked to submit either a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), PVG (Protection of Vulnerable groups) or an Access NI Check. Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis. LI-Onsite Keywords Senior DevOps, Engineer