Salary: £36,000 - 50,000 per year Requirements: At least 12 months recent, hands-on experience with Python3 automation classes Deployment automation with Ansible and other config tools Bash and PowerShell scripting for OS automation Large infrastructure deployment and troubleshooting hardware/software issues Advanced coding features like Workflows, Desired State Configuration, and Bare Metal Deployment Valid SC security clearance Professional certification such as CCNP, VMware VCP, RHCE, or OCA within the last five years Clear communication skills and innovative problem-solving abilities Comfortable working in an Agile environment Good knowledge of MS Office Suite Experience with Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence, Bamboo) (desirable) Familiarity with Defence Digital or delivering secure solutions in the UK public sector (desirable) Relevant university degree in Computer Science at bachelors or Masters level (desirable) Responsibilities: Developing complex Python3 automation classes for production-level systems, ensuring they are dynamic and parameterised for reliable deployment Creating and managing automation using Ansible, Jenkins, Bash, and PowerShell to support infrastructure deployment across varied environments Reverse engineering legacy applications and manual instructions into automated, zero-touch packages Collaborating within an Agile team, supporting system testing, reviewing code, and maintaining clear documentation Working closely with Service Management to troubleshoot and resolve issues, ensuring high standards of operational excellence Utilising version control tools like Git and BitBucket, and project management platforms such as JIRA and Confluence Technologies: Ansible Atlassian Bamboo Bash BitBucket Confluence Git Hardware Support JIRA Jenkins PowerShell Security VMware API More: We are a dynamic client offering an exciting opportunity to join a project supporting critical Defence infrastructure. This role is ideal for someone with a solid background in automation technologies and a passion for working with hardware. We offer a flexible 2-year contract with hybrid working options in Corsham or Portsmouth, along with a negotiable salary inside IR35. If youre ready to contribute your expertise to a high-impact project, we want to hear from you! last updated 8 week of 2026