Salary: £51,000 - 51,000 per year Requirements: Proven experience as a Senior DevOps Engineer or similar role Strong technical skills in SQL Server, Database management and optimization, OneAdvanced ProSolution/ProSuite, APIs, systems integration, and Microsoft Azure DevOps Relevant Azure and DevOps accreditations Experience working in a large Further Education college is preferred Ability to design systems and support application development roadmaps Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure Strong communication and collaboration abilities Familiarity with ITSM systems and service request management Responsibilities: Act as a technical architect for applications services to support the company IT and digital strategy Support delivery of PMO projects, including the building of the new Data Warehouse Act as the company technical specialist for MIS systems like OneAdvanced ProSolution, taking responsibility for integration, patching, optimization, and support Create, configure, maintain, and support company databases Maintain a library of documented code and configurations Support the technical implementation of the DevOps function, including Microsoft Azure DevOps Provide applications support for all core and non-core IT systems Lead the Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) element of the company data warehouse Provide platform support, including system builds, upgrades, patching, and fault resolution Work as part of the DevOps resolver team to resolve incidents by priority Provide out-of-hours support for major incidents and upgrades as necessary Ensure applications are documented, configured, monitored, and updated Collaborate with colleagues to plan and deliver technology applications projects Work with DevOps Infrastructure colleagues to ensure optimal platform builds Provide 3rd line application support to all colleagues Accurately record and update service requests and incidents in the ITSM system Act as a permanent member of the Technical Change Board Mentor DevOps Applications Engineers to enhance their skills and knowledge Work with the Head of DevOps to create and maintain a Skills matrix Act as project lead when necessary, ensuring training of colleagues to the required level Deputize for the Head of DevOps when needed Ensure high-level customer service in all company activities including Exams Encourage innovative thinking among colleagues to improve processes Seek automation opportunities to reduce incident frequency and routine tasks Technologies: Architect Azure Data Warehouse DevOps ETL Support ITSM Matrix SQL Cloud MySQL PostgreSQL SharePoint More: We are excited to offer an opportunity for an experienced IT professional to join our IT & Systems Department as a Senior DevOps Engineer. This full-time, permanent position is primarily based at our Watford site, with travel between our other locations as required, and a hybrid working pattern is available. We provide a dynamic team environment where your ideas are valued, and training and development are priorities. Enjoy a range of benefits, including discounts, a cycle-to-work scheme, free on-site parking, a generous pension, a holiday scheme, time off during Christmas, early finishes on Fridays, and remote working options. last updated 10 week of 2026