Job Description DevOps Engineer – Contract – Java/Web Services – London (Hybrid) Initial 6 Months | Inside IR35 | Competitive Day Rate We’re currently seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to support the delivery of modern, Java-based web services as part of a large-scale digital transformation programme. This is a hands-on role embedded within a cross-functional engineering team, working on backend services and some frontend delivery (web and mobile). The role is based in London, operating on a hybrid basis, and falls inside IR35. Key Responsibilities: Build, support, and optimise CI/CD pipelines for Java web services Collaborate with developers to enhance and automate build and deployment processes Implement observability tooling across development and production environments Troubleshoot issues related to builds, deployments, and application performance Required Skills & Experience: Proven DevOps engineering experience in Java application environments Strong hands-on skills with Jenkins, Bitbucket, and CI/CD automation Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools such as Dynatrace and Splunk Experience supporting frontend delivery pipelines (web and mobile) is a plus Comfortable with scripting and infrastructure automation Prior experience working in regulated industries, such as banking, financial services, or insurance, is highly desirable Understanding of microservices, Agile environments, and cloud-based delivery (AWS/Azure) This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established team working on high-availability platforms in a regulated, enterprise-scale environment.