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Platform Engineer – Azure • Location: Remote, • Job Type: Full-time Day-to-day of the role: • Infrastructure Management: Design and manage scalable and secure deployment environments across on-premises and Azure cloud platforms, focusing on high availability, cost-effectiveness, and resilience., • Platform Foundations and Landing Zones: Build and evolve Azure landing zones that meet architectural, security, and governance standards., • Security and Compliance: Implement security measures using Azure Policy, RBAC, and platform controls to maintain standards without compromising efficiency., • Deployment Automation: Develop and maintain robust deployment pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub, and create reusable Infrastructure as Code modules., • On-Premise and Cloud Integration: Manage and integrate hybrid environments to ensure seamless operation between on-premises infrastructure and cloud services., • Monitoring and Operational Readiness: Set up comprehensive monitoring and alerting systems to ensure quick incident detection and resolution., • Collaboration: Work closely with application teams and technical leadership to support delivery, troubleshoot issues, and enhance platform capabilities., • Proven experience as a Platform Engineer, DevOps Engineer, or similar, with hands-on management of Azure environments., • In-depth knowledge of Azure services and the design of secure, scalable cloud foundations., • Experience with Azure landing zones or similar cloud architectures., • Proficiency in building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub., • Strong skills in Infrastructure as Code using tools like Bicep or Terraform., • Knowledge of governance frameworks using Azure Policy, RBAC, and other platform controls., • Understanding of cloud security principles and best practices., • Experience with monitoring tools such as Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, or Application Insights., • Excellent scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, or Python.

Platform Engineer - Azure • Location: Remote, • Job Type: Full-time Day-to-day of the role: • Infrastructure Management: Design and manage scalable and secure deployment environments across on-premises and Azure cloud platforms, focusing on high availability, cost-effectiveness, and resilience., • Platform Foundations and Landing Zones: Build and evolve Azure landing zones that meet architectural, security, and governance standards., • Security and Compliance: Implement security measures using Azure Policy, RBAC, and platform controls to maintain standards without compromising efficiency., • Deployment Automation: Develop and maintain robust deployment pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub, and create reusable Infrastructure as Code modules.

Role: Project Engineer (Electrical) Shift: Monday to Friday, Days Salary: circa £57,500 Bonus Private Health cover Life Assurance (x6 annual salary) full comprehensive sickness Location: Exeter Are you an electrically biased Project Engineer looking for a role with variety, career development, and excellent work-life balance? This is a rare opportunity to join a world-class, globally recognised production site that is a leader in its field. Backed by a multi-billion-pound global turnover, this company is a powerhouse in it's field supplying critical components worldwide. With heavy investment in engineering and infrastructure, they offer exciting opportunities to drive key projects, improve manufacturing efficiency, and work on state-of-the-art machinery and site-wide upgrades. If you have a strong background in electrical engineering, project management, and reliability improvement, this could be the perfect role for you. What You'll Be Doing Leading projects to upgrade and install cutting-edge manufacturing machinery and all site infrastructure. Sourcing, specifying, and purchasing machines, equipment, and components to enhance production efficiency. Supervising contractors, ensuring work is delivered on time, within budget, and to safety standards. Developing project plans for equipment installations, layout modifications, and cost-reduction initiatives. Driving reliability excellence (REX), identifying long-term solutions to recurring engineering issues. Supporting the Maintenance team with technical expertise and fault-finding on critical plant equipment. Managing technical documentation, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards. What's In It for You? Work-life balance - Monday to Friday days Generous annual leave package - 25 days BHs 3 day Christmas shutdown on top Job stability & security - work for a financially strong and well-established company. Annual bonus Annual Pay Reviews 10% employer pension contribution - significantly above industry standard. Private Health Cover, 6x annual salary life assurance & full sick pay (6 months full and 6 months half pay). Job stability & security - work for a financially strong and well-established company. Exciting project work - be part of long-term investment and site improvement. Professional development - funding for further qualifications and specialist training. Company-wide performance & attendance bonuses. What We're Looking For HNC or equivalent in Electrical or Controls Engineering (or relevant engineering qualifications & experience). Experience in engineering projects, equipment installation, or manufacturing improvements. Strong understanding of OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and reliability engineering. CAD experience and familiarity with CMMS, Oracle, or automation systems (desirable). Multiskilled knowledge (electrical & mechanical) would be an advantage. Confident working with Microsoft Office & project planning tools. Excellent communication skills - able to collaborate across engineering and operations teams. Are You Up for the Challenge? This is an exciting opportunity to join an elite engineering team, working in a role that offers variety, technical challenge, and real career progression. Whether you're an experienced Project Engineer, Electrical Engineer, or a hands-on Engineer looking to step up into an office based project role, we want to hear from you! Apply now to discuss further details with our specialist engineering recruiter, Liam Reid! Know someone who might be interested? We offer a generous referral scheme!c272c101-f45c-4783-b4a0-50ad222b87c0

Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK's most stunning landscapes. We're proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals? As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we're working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife. Whether you're starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career. Ready to make a splash? Join our team today. OT SCADA Engineer We are seeking an experienced OT SCADA Engineer to support the safe, secure and efficient operation of critical operational assets. This is a highly technical, hands-on role focused on the design, configuration, delivery and ongoing support of SCADA, PLC, telemetry and wider Operational Technology (OT) systems that underpin essential operational services. Working across the full SCADA lifecycle, you will play a key role in system design, commissioning, fault diagnosis, optimisation and continuous improvement. You will ensure OT systems are robust, resilient and consistently available, complying with regulatory, health & safety and cyber-security requirements, while aligning with established OT standards and governance. Key Responsibilities Design, configure, commission and support SCADA systems , including alarms, data handling, trending, archiving and visualisation across both new and legacy platforms. Integrate PLCs, RTUs and field instrumentation with SCADA systems using standard industrial protocols (e.g. Modbus, OPC, Ethernet/IP). Configure, commission and support telemetry and point-to-point communications , including radio, cellular and satellite solutions for remote and unmanned sites. Deliver high-quality HMI configuration and commissioning , ensuring consistency with standards and effective operator interaction. Design, configure and support OT network infrastructure (Ethernet, serial, fieldbus), undertaking fault diagnostics using industry-recognised tools. Support SCADA platform and server infrastructure across Windows and Linux environments, including system build, configuration, hardening and lifecycle support. Deliver OT projects in line with scope, timescales, budgets and change governance. Provide reactive operational support , including fault diagnosis, root cause analysis and follow-up actions, and take part in a 24 x 7 x 365 standby rota (role-dependent). Apply OT technical standards, cyber-security controls and health & safety requirements consistently, contributing to continuous improvement and best practice. Design, develop and commission PLC software for new assets , and provide expert fault-finding support to frontline operational teams (role-dependent). Essential Experience Experience working in operational or industrial technology environments within a medium to large organisation. Demonstrable experience across multiple OT disciplines, including: SCADA system configuration and support PLC diagnostics and code modification Telemetry and RTU configuration Industrial communications and OT networking Experience providing reactive support in live operational environments , including participation in standby or on-call arrangements. Experience contributing to OT project delivery, including documentation, testing, commissioning and handover. Experience applying technical standards, change governance and cyber-security principles in regulated or critical operational environments. Practical understanding of clean water and wastewater treatment processes sufficient to support monitoring, control and fault resolution. Essential Qualifications Minimum 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Mathematics, English and a Science subject. Relevant industrial control, automation or engineering qualification (ONC/HNC or equivalent). Relevant SCADA, PLC or industrial automation training . Full UK driving licence . Ability to successfully obtain UK Government Security Clearance (SC) . Desirable Qualifications Industrial control or automation apprenticeship, or equivalent industry experience. Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2 ). Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline. Vendor-specific or specialist training in SCADA, PLCs, telemetry, networking or cyber security. Ready to make a difference? Join us as our OT SCADA Engineer a nd help create a workplace where people thrive. We believe in rewarding our people for their hard work and dedication. As our OT SCADA Engineer, you'll enjoy: Competitive Salary - Based on experience and skills Annual Bonus Scheme - Recognising company performance Pension Scheme - Helping you plan for your future Flexible Working Options - We value work-life balance and offer flexible hours and hybrid working where possible Healthcare Benefits - Access to employee assistance programs Employee Discounts - On various products and services Annual Leave - Take time to recharge with our holiday entitlement Closing Date: Monday 11th May 2026 We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process. Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness. Our core values, which are essential to our success, are: Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on. Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way. Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge. TPBN1_UKTJ

Field Service Engineer, Scientific Robotic Systems • Basic Salary £50,000 to £55,000, • Bonus 10% Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications. • Company Car - Electric (Tesla) and Hybrid Options Available, • Pension, • Healthcare, • Life Insurance, • Phone, Laptop This market leader seeks to recruit a technically motivated and customer focused Field Service Engineer, responsible for: • Service, installation, breakdown, repair and calibration of a wide range of sophisticated medical laboratory automation To succeed in this exciting role you must be able to demonstrate: • Competent background in a customer facing field service engineering capacity, gained within a high value electronics or electro-mechanical capital equipment environment., • Qualification in engineering, electronics or a science based subject to a minimum of ONC level., • This global manufacturer supplies a wide range of innovative laboratory automation systems to the clinical diagnostics, biopharmaceutical and research sectors, • At the core of their business lie product innovation, excellent customer service and good people, • They foster a welcoming and inclusive working environment with exceptional training and encouragement for personal development and career progression

MS655- Automation Engineer All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application. Location: Crediton Salary: £55,000 per annum Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Automation Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.This role requires flexibility - The role currently operates Monday to Friday with an on-call rota, with plans to introduce structured shift work including nights and weekends. Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration. Duties and Responsibilities: • Reactive support for site automation issues within a clear escalation., • Demonstrate a structured problem-solving approach., • Ownership of minor (site managed) automation projects through the full project lifecycle., • Support project delivery of other site projects with automation elements., • Facilitating site activities to centrally delivered projects., • Maintain and monitor use of automation and electrical system software and documentation version control systems., • Liaise with the Automation Lead providing a site perspective to the ongoing development of the automation and electrical standards., • Ensure compliance with electrical and automation standards of site delivered projects and general improvement works., • Responsible for obsolescence management., • Ownership of the site level obsolescence and improvements plan focusing on the next level of controls (VSDs, servo drives, instrumentation etc..)., • Evaluate performance data to feed into automation operational excellence activity to deliver improvements in efficiency and operability within production., • Ownership of site panel risk assessment register, periodic health checks and remedial/improvement actions., • Specialist automation support to site improvement initiatives., • Utilise specialist skills and systems access to validate and analyse site data, for example to support quality improvement activities., • Has an active role to play in continuously improving our business., • Encourage engineering based operational excellence projects., • Support the site roadmaps for quality / H&S / EMS / engineering / autonomous maintenance., • To have opportunities to deliver own ideas to improve our business., • Support improvement activities / events within facilities and engineering owned areas., • Understands the impact of own actions and others on achieving site & business strategy., • Aware of how current performance impacts the bottom line., • Ability to deliver on the job training (show and tell) to new colleagues., • Automation Experience (Allen Bradley Preferred)., • Scada Experience., • Plant Master Experience., • Minimum 2 year's experience., • Electrical qualification., • NVQ Level 3 in relevant discipline., • Relevant Automation Training certificates., • Ability to work within time constraints., • Ability to work individually as well as within a Team. xrnqpay, • Flexible approach to work and hours.

Site Reliability Engineer (Security Cleared) Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements. • Salary to £60k + Company Options Scheme Overview This company is a Workflow & AI Orchestration Specialist. They're on a mission to modernise how public sector organisations manage casework, derive insight from data and deliver citizen services. Theyre growing fast and looking for bright, dynamic people to help build their business. Role Theyre looking for a (Security Cleared) Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to join their growing platform and delivery teams. Youll help design, build, and operate reliable, secure, and performant infrastructure that underpins critical public-sector services. Youll combine your background in DevOps, cloud engineering, and automation with a focus on reliability, observability, and scalability. Youll also work with event-driven technologies, identity and access management, and data platforms, ensuring our orchestration solutions are resilient, secure, and future-ready. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who thrives on solving complex infrastructure and automation challenges, automating everything, and shaping secure-by-design delivery environments. Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and manage containerized workloads using Kubernetes and Red Hat OpenShift Provision and manage infrastructure using Terraform Build and operate scalable infrastructure in Amazon Web Services (AWS) Design, implement, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines Improve system reliability, observability, performance, and security Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions Troubleshoot production incidents and perform root cause analysis Collaborate with development teams to improve application resilience and deployment processes Required Skills & Experience Experience in Site Reliability Engineering, DevOps, or similar roles Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration Experience working with Red Hat OpenShift in production environments Proficiency in infrastructure as code using Terraform Solid experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines NB: Please only apply if you already have UK Security Clearance (SC). xrnqpay Other Stuff NB: for non-UK Citizens; we cannot accept applications from anyone requiring sponsorship (now or in the future) for UK permanent employment you are utilising a work visa this must allow you to work in the UK unrestricted for at least the next 5 years. Profile 29 recruitment keywords: Site Reliability Engineer Site Reliability Engineering, DevOps Kubernetes container orchestration Red Hat OpenShift Terraform Amazon Web Services AWS CI/CD Bash Python monitoring observability cloud architecture London hybrid remote AI artificial intelligence security cleared security clearance SC

Role: Project Engineer (Electrical) Shift: Monday to Friday, Days Salary: circa £57,500 + Bonus + + Private Health cover + Life Assurance (x6 annual salary) + full comprehensive sickness Location: Exeter Are you an electrically biased Project Engineer looking for a role with variety, career development, and excellent work-life balance? This is a rare opportunity to join a world-class, globally recognised production site that is a leader in its field. Backed by a multi-billion-pound global turnover, this company is a powerhouse in it's field supplying critical components worldwide. With heavy investment in engineering and infrastructure, they offer exciting opportunities to drive key projects, improve manufacturing efficiency, and work on state-of-the-art machinery and site-wide upgrades. If you have a strong background in electrical engineering, project management, and reliability improvement, this could be the perfect role for you. What You'll Be Doing Leading projects to upgrade and install cutting-edge manufacturing machinery and all site infrastructure. Sourcing, specifying, and purchasing machines, equipment, and components to enhance production efficiency. Supervising contractors, ensuring work is delivered on time, within budget, and to safety standards. Developing project plans for equipment installations, layout modifications, and cost-reduction initiatives. Driving reliability excellence (REX), identifying long-term solutions to recurring engineering issues. Supporting the Maintenance team with technical expertise and fault-finding on critical plant equipment. Managing technical documentation, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards.What's In It for You? Work-life balance - Monday to Friday days Generous annual leave package - 25 days + BHs + 3 day Christmas shutdown on top Job stability & security - work for a financially strong and well-established company. Annual bonus Annual Pay Reviews 10% employer pension contribution - significantly above industry standard. Private Health Cover, 6x annual salary life assurance & full sick pay (6 months full and 6 months half pay). Job stability & security - work for a financially strong and well-established company. Exciting project work - be part of long-term investment and site improvement. Professional development - funding for further qualifications and specialist training. Company-wide performance & attendance bonuses.What We're Looking For HNC or equivalent in Electrical or Controls Engineering (or relevant engineering qualifications & experience). Experience in engineering projects, equipment installation, or manufacturing improvements. Strong understanding of OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and reliability engineering. CAD experience and familiarity with CMMS, Oracle, or automation systems (desirable). Multiskilled knowledge (electrical & mechanical) would be an advantage. Confident working with Microsoft Office & project planning tools. Excellent communication skills - able to collaborate across engineering and operations teams. Are You Up for the Challenge? This is an exciting opportunity to join an elite engineering team, working in a role that offers variety, technical challenge, and real career progression. Whether you're an experienced Project Engineer, Electrical Engineer, or a hands-on Engineer looking to step up into an office based project role, we want to hear from you! Apply now to discuss further details with our specialist engineering recruiter, Liam Reid! Know someone who might be interested? We offer a generous referral scheme

Preferably qualified to degree level in Electrical & Electronic Engineering / Mechatronic Engineering. A leading systems integrator delivering innovative automation and control solutions across a range of industrial sectors. With strong expertise in automation project delivery, the business supports

Proven experience in gate automation or similar electro-mechanical engineering role. If you are a Gate Automation Engineer outside of these regions, please still get in touch as we have more roles pending!. Gate Automation Engineer (2 Roles – South UK).

Collaborate closely with software engineers, systems engineers, and safety teams to ensure test coverage against requirements. Embedded Software & Hardware Q&A TEST ENGINEER. Department: Engineering (Reporting to CTO).

The Automation Engineer will deliver and implement automation systems tailored to client needs. Neo System Automation Ltd is a leading smart home integrator, known for its innovative automation solutions. This is a full-time, on-site Automation Installation Engineer role located in Greater London.

Mechanical Design Engineer - Bespoke Automation£35,000 - £45,000Is The Business For You?Our client is part of a prestigious global engineering group and are considered as the market leader who

A leading engineering organisation is seeking a Manufacturing Automation Engineer to support the implementation of advanced automated welding and assembly systems. With significant investment in capital equipment and technology, this role will play a key part in modernising production through roboti

BenefitsAre you an Automation & Controls Engineer looking to work on complex, high-value systems used in cutting-edge, real-world applications across the globe?Join a leading engineering business specialising in the design and manufacture of bespok

A technology consultancy focused on National Security is searching for a SC-cleared Cloud Engineer in Greater London.

A leading legal firm in Greater London is seeking a professional to implement EUC responsibilities, ensuring compliance and optimizing end user computing services.This role requires hands-on experience with Windows 11, Microsoft 365, Intune, and Azure AD.You will design and maintain devices and serv

A dynamic technology company in Greater London is seeking a passionate Quality Engineer who excels in exploratory testing and quality assurance.

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Mainframe System Automation Engineer for a 3-month remote contract based in the UK. The candidate should possess strong experience with AMI Ops Automation and OPSMVS, along with familiarity with Control D / Control M tools.

They’re now looking for a Senior QA Analyst & Automation Engineer to take a leading role in shaping their testing strategy and automation capability. This is a hands-on, senior QA automation role where you’ll:. Working closely with Engineering, DevOps and Product teams, you’ll:.

We are seeking a Mechanical Design & Development Engineer to join a busy and dynamic company who develops bespoke automation systems, encompassing a myriad of different technologies including robotics, specialist purpose machinery, control systems and much more!. This role would suit someone with so

A leading fintech company in London is hiring an AI Engineer to develop cutting-edge AI systems that streamline business processes. You will work on applied AI engineering, focusing on Generative AI and LLMs.

A leading software solutions provider in Greater London is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to develop tests and maintain their software platform. Candidates should possess 4-7 years of experience in QA/Automation and familiarity with Agile processes.

Whether you come from a Security Engineering background or you are a Backend Engineer with a "security-first" mindset, we value your ability to write clean, maintainable, and efficient code. Identity & Network Security: Engineering high-performance IAM controls and zero-trust network architectures.

A leading international financial group is seeking a Platform Engineering - Windows SME in the Greater London area. This role focuses on ensuring reliability and efficiency of infrastructure through automation and continuous improvement.

An international technology company based in Warrington is seeking a motivated Graduate Applications Engineer to join their Technical Team. The role involves providing technical support to a global network, building software demonstrations, and contributing to automation projects. Candidates should

A global consulting firm is looking for a Site Reliability Engineer to enhance the reliability and performance of platforms. Responsibilities include designing monitoring solutions, implementing SLAs and SLOs, and leveraging automation to support system operations. The ideal candidate will have stro

If you're passionate about automation and cloud infrastructure, this position is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company as a DevOps Engineer, where you'll be at the forefront of cloud innovation. This role offers the exciting opportunity to design and implement application servers, enhance

A leading research laboratory in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled Platform Engineer to join their Time & Frequency department. This role focuses on delivering automation solutions and ensuring reliable services for critical systems. Candidates should have a strong background in scripting and

Automate & Optimize: Develop automation scripts and tools using modern programming languages (e. Advanced Scripting & Automation: Proven expertise in writing and maintaining scripts with a focus on test-driven development (experience with Python, Bash, PowerShell, etc. Solid Systems Background: A BS

A leading technology company in London is looking for a 2nd Line Support Engineer.

This fully remote role demands expertise in Windows/Linux environments, cloud infrastructure, and automation tools such as Bash, PowerShell, and Python. The ideal candidate will thrive in fast-paced, outcome-driven teams while managing cloud infrastructure and automation processes. A leading fintech

A leading security consultancy in Greater London is seeking an Information Security GRC Engineering Consultant to implement security controls and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks such as PCI DSS and SOC 2. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading certification activities,

A leading algorithmic trading firm is seeking a Support Engineer for End User Computing, based in Bristol.

A leading technology firm is seeking a professional to design and build automated business processes within a secure national infrastructure programme.The role focuses on turning complex operational workflows into reliable, automated solutions using various platforms.Ideal candidates will have stron

A global natural resources company in the UK is seeking an experienced Endpoint Systems Engineer to manage and secure enterprise endpoint environments across Windows client estates.

A leading technology recruitment agency is seeking a Cloud Support Engineer to manage both private datacentre and public cloud infrastructures such as AWS and Azure.

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Lead Infrastructure Automation Engineer for a contract role in Greater London. This role involves driving automation initiatives for approximately 3000 servers and designing scalable solutions using Ansible, Terraform, and Python. The ideal candidate will ha

A leading technology company in the UK is seeking a Lead DevOps Engineer to develop secure cloud environments that host data and analytics for both public and private clients.

A Software Engineer with proven experience of developing software tools and scripts for production test and process automation together with strong LabView experience, will join the new Production Engineering team of an award winning Technology Company. The successful Software Engineer will focus on

Commissioning Engineer (PLC / Automation). If you’re an engineer who loves travel, thrives under pressure, and has the PLC and automation know-how to keep complex systems running, this is one you’ll want to see. Commissioning Engineer (PLC / Automation).

The role requires deep expertise in Java and Playwright, focusing on designing automation test frameworks and mentoring teams. This is an opportunity to influence best practices in a dynamic environment while working closely with engineering teams. A leading genomic medicine organization in the UK i

A global energy company is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to ensure system reliability and cyber resilience in their operations. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in substation automation and OT cybersecurity.

A leading independent consultancy in the UK is seeking an Infrastructure Security Engineer to enhance their security operations with a focus on AI and automation.

A leading technology firm is seeking a Deployment Engineer to support the integration of software platforms across diverse environments.

A global investment management firm is seeking an experienced IAM Engineer to join their Security team. Responsible for designing and implementing secure identity management processes, the candidate should have over 5 years of experience and a strong software engineering background.

A leading IT solutions provider in the UK is seeking an experienced AWS DevOps Engineer for a contract role in London.