Smart Metering DevOps Manager

We are looking for a Lead DevOps Manager to join our Smart Metering function. In this role, you'll be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the Cirrus IoT platform. This includes handling day-to-day operations, coordinating incident response, and implementing continuous improvements to optimize system performance and reliability.

• Overseeing the 24/7 operational support for the Cirrus IoT platform.
• Managing incident response and resolution to minimize downtime and impact.
• Implementing and maintaining operational procedures and best practices.
• Supervising system performance and identifying areas for improvement.
• Collaborating with development and product teams to ensure operational requirements are met.

At Cirrus, we leverage Azure AI and Machine Learning to drive innovation in the smart metering space, enabling real-time decision-making, predictive analytics, and enhanced energy efficiency. By joining our team, you’ll work with the latest Azure AI services to build and scale machine learning models that forecast energy demand, detect anomalies, and optimize grid performance. You’ll gain hands-on experience with Azure Machine Learning, deploying AI models in a cloud-native environment and contributing to cutting-edge solutions that make a tangible impact in the energy sector. This role offers an exciting opportunity to expand your AI/ML expertise while working with leading cloud technologies. Who we are

Who we are

The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.

Diverse, high performing teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions.

Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.

Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all

Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.

The must haves

In order to be considered, you must have the following experience;

• Extensive experience in using Pulumi for deploying and managing cloud infrastructure, with a strong preference for TypeScript as the scripting language.
• In-depth experience with Microsoft Azure, particularly in managing and deploying resources through Pulumi.
• Extensive experience in deploying and managing Kubernetes clusters, specifically Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
• Experience in provisioning and managing PostgreSQL databases in Azure, including backup, recovery, and performance tuning
• Hands-on experience with configuring HAProxy for load balancing in a cloud environment.

The other stuff we are looking for

We'd also love you to bring;

• Extensive experience in IT operations and infrastructure management, along with Public Cloud management and Dev Ops deliver pipeline methodologies
• Proven track record of managing and leading operations teams
• Strong understanding of incident management and response processes.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

What's in it for you

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

Next steps

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include a call from one of our Talent Acquisition Partners.

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you’re offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed.

Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.

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