DevOps Engineer Job Req ID: 46781 Posting Date: 16 May 2025 Function: Engineering Unit: Networks Location: Ipswich (4405), Ipswich, United Kingdom Salary: Competitive with excellent benefits **Recruiter: Trevor Newman** **Career Grade: E** **Internal Closing Date: 30/05/25** **(Our hybrid working model means you are expected to be in the office 3 days per week** **)** With over 175 years of heritage, BT is now the flagship business brand of BT Group. We’ve brought together our best people and capabilities into a B2B powerhouse serving 1.2 million business customers internationally. We’re a global leader for secure connectivity and collaboration platforms for businesses of all shapes and sizes, from big household names and government departments, right through to sole traders and new start-ups. But it’s not just the technology that matters, it’s what it can do to help them build stronger, smarter, more secure businesses. We value diversity and inclusion and believe in making a positive impact. We connect for good by championing digital inclusion and equipping people, businesses, and communities with digital skills to thrive. As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that celebrates difference, fosters innovation and provides you with opportunities to be your best. With millions of businesses relying on us daily, joining BT means you can be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that makes a significant impact to society. **Why this job matters** The Converged Core network is at the heart of BT and supports everything we do. The network underpins major infrastructure, such as the emergency services network and national air traffic services. It supports 70% of the UKs mobile network and 40% of the UK’s broadband network. The Infrastructure Engineering Professional within the Gemini Evolution Team role is pivotal in shaping the future of our network infrastructure. Infrastructure Engineering Professional is at the forefront of designing, implementing, and maintaining the critical systems that underpin our cutting-edge services. The Infrastructure Engineering Professional will be required to build relationships and work across the wider team to drive all activities through to satisfactory resolution. Responsible for driving own technical development and supporting Gemini Evolution strategy and business goals. **What you’ll be doing** + Organises the maintenance of EvolutionPlatform components and tools by contributing towards the creation of designs on services (e.g., network, security, storage, compute) produced in line with design standards. + Contributes to the automation and orchestration capabilities across the environment and establishes process and procedures that promote efficiency + Drives to the collaboration with OSS, enterprise architecture, infrastructure and cyber security teams to assist in the implementation of an effective product roadmap. + Leads the implementation of enhanced network monitoring technology that aligns to customers’ requirements and Gemini Evolution strategic direction. + Organises material and data for documentation, knowledge transfer and training to successfully land new solutions into Gemini Evolution. + Strong awareness of and adherence to TSA and BT Our commitments. + Ensures customers are kept informed throughout the lifecycle of any implementation work undertaken. + Collaborates with teams across the business, adhering to policy, regulatory requirements, and standards of best practice. + Supports GemEvo leadership initiatives. + Proposes and implements ways to improve working processes within Gemini Evolution – both network and software focused. + Coaches and supports Gemini Evolution colleagues and apprentices. + Drives own technical growth, proactively identifying opportunities to support own career development and the growth of others. **The skills you'll need** + Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as Network Cloud, AWS, or Digital Ocean, including deploying and managing cloud-based applications and services. + Demonstrated ability to design and implement IT infrastructure, including network architecture, server configurations, and tool deployment. + Proficiency in writing and debugging code in languages such as Python, Java, or C++, and scripting languages like JavaScript or Bash. + Expertise in planning and creating the foundational structures of IT systems, including hardware, software, networks, and facilities, to support seamless business operations and growth. + Proficiency in delivering computing services such as servers, storage, databases, networking, and analytics enabling scalable resources, cost savings + Experience in developing and implementing automation scripts and tools to streamline IT processes and improve operational efficiency. + Practical experience in database administration, including setting up, maintaining, and optimizing databases (e.g., SQL, NoSQL) for performance and security. + Background in implementing and managing security measures to protect IT systems, including experience with firewalls. + Experience of working successfully within a team and individually. + Proven track record of managing own workstack and delivering demand to customer requirements. + Effective stakeholder management and experience of resolving conflict. + Recognised as someone who can successfully coach and mentor others. **Our leadership standards** **Looking in:** **Leading inclusively and Safely** I inspire and build trust through self-awareness, honesty and integrity. **Owning outcomes** I take the right decisions that benefit the broader organisation. **Looking out:** **Delivering for the customer** I execute brilliantly on clear priorities that add value to our customers and the wider business. **Commercially savvy** I demonstrate strong commercial focus, bringing an external perspective to decision-making. **Looking to the future:** **Growth mindset** I experiment and identify opportunities for growth for both myself and the organisation. **Building for the future** I build diverse future-ready teams where all individuals can be at their best. **A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:** Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch. We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us. **DON'T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?** Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team. **BENEFITS:** + Annual On target bonus 10% (personal and company multipliers) + BT Pension scheme; minimum 5% employee contribution, BT contribution 10% + Life Assurance + Direct share scheme + Exclusive colleague discounts on our latest and greatest BT broadband packages + 50% off EE mobile pay monthly or SIM only plans and 50% discount for friends and family on EE SIM only plans + My Discounts gives colleagues access to unbeatable savings on everyday purchases at hundreds of retailers + Discounted EE TV including TNT Sport and the NOW Entertainment membership + Great support for working parents including pay whilst on maternity, adoptive, and paternity leave + Option to join the Healthcare Cash Plan or other benefits such as dental insurance, gym memberships etc. + 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service with buy holiday option + Volunteering days so you can give back to your local community + Brand new electric vehicle salary sacrifice arrangement, known as ‘My EV’