Senior DevOps Engineer

ABOUT THE ROLE AND TEAM Quantum Motion is a fast-growing quantum computing scale-up based in London founded by internationally renowned researchers from UCL and Oxford University with over 40 years’ experience in developing qubits and quantum computing architectures. Bringing together state-of- the-art cryogenic facilities and an outstanding interdisciplinary team, we are developing quantum processors based on industrial-grade silicon chips, with the potential to radically transform computing power in areas such as materials modelling, medicine, artificial intelligence and more. OUR TEAM Since 2021 our team has been listed every year in the “Top 100 Startups worth watching” in the EE Times in 2021 and 2022, and our technology breakthroughs have been featured in The Telegraph, BBC and the New Statesman. Our founders are internationally renowned researchers from UCL and Oxford University who have pioneered the development of qubits and quantum computing architectures. Our chairman is the co-founder of Cadence and Synopsys, the two leading companies in the area of Electronic Design Automation. We’re backed by a team of top-tier investors, and we have recently closed our Series C funding of $160 million.   We bring together the brightest quantum engineers, integrated circuit (IC) engineers, quantum computing theoreticians and software engineers to create a unique, world-leading team, working together closely to maximise our combined expertise. Our collaborative and interdisciplinary culture is an ideal fit for anyone who thrives in a cutting-edge research and development environment focused on tackling big challenges and contributing to the development of scalable quantum computers based on silicon technology.   This is a rare and exciting opportunity to be an employee at a scale-up shaping the future of quantum computing. There are vast opportunities for professional growth and to make an impact within the company.  Our team of 100+ is based across London, Oxford, San Sebastián and Sydney, with our primary hub in Islington (London). FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE The Cloud Engineering Team builds cloud-based solutions, supports the cloud platform and helps to drive its adoption and expansion while also collaborating with other teams. Furthermore, the Cloud Engineering Team looks after the on-prem IT infrastructure.   The primary function of this position will be to take responsibility for the successful development, management and maintenance of software services to ensure that the production services perform effectively, while maintaining a high level of internal customer satisfaction. This includes developing, maintaining, supporting, and optimising key functional areas, particularly internal applications and servers in a hybrid infrastructure. You will develop, troubleshoot and resolve software and process problems in a timely and effective fashion.   This is a rare and exciting opportunity to be an early employee at a start-up shaping the future of quantum computing, and in particular to form a new team within the company. There are vast opportunities for professional growth and to make an impact within the company.   As a Senior DevOps Engineer, you will bridge the gap between high-level strategy and hands-on execution. This role requires a robust software engineering background, a diagnostic problem-solving mindset, and a relentless passion for automation. Given our hybrid footprint, this position offers the unique challenge of managing both cloud-native services and physical on-site infrastructure.     Functions of the Role  * Design, provision, and manage large-scale, highly available cloud infrastructure platforms, optimizing for     heavy compute workloads and high-concurrency applications. * Implement and maintain modular IaC (Terraform or CloudFormation) to automate the provisioning of secure, low-latency, and multi-region cloud environments. * Architect and maintain high-performance, high-IOPS cloud storage solutions, ensuring seamless data synchronisation, backup strategies, and optimal throughput. * Automate the deployment, configuration, and auto-scaling of workload orchestrators, container platforms, and core service components to ensure high resource utilisation and cost efficiency. * Enforce strict security protocols across all environments by implementing Zero Trust architectures, secure IAM roles, and automated configuration management (e.g., Ansible, Packer) for hardened OS images. * Provide expert-level support for complex infrastructure and platform issues, documenting automated workflows and mentoring junior team members on cloud-native best practices. EXPERIENCE - ESSENTIALS * Proven track record of architecting, deploying, and maintaining production-grade, highly scalable workloads on AWS. * Deep expertise in Terraform (preferred) and CloudFormation for building modular, version-controlled infrastructure environments. * Solid knowledge of high-performance and distributed cloud storage solutions (e.g., Amazon FSx, EFS, EBS, NetApp ONTAP). * Expert-level proficiency with Enterprise Linux distributions (RHEL/Rocky/Ubuntu) and systems-level troubleshooting. * Professional proficiency in Python or Bash for building automation tooling, custom monitoring scripts, and complex system integrations. * Deep understanding of enterprise IAM patterns, including Active Directory/LDAP integration for consistent access control across hybrid environments. * Ability to translate complex infrastructural scaling decisions into actionable guidance for development teams and cost-benefit updates for leadership. EXPERIENCE - DESIRABLE * Proven track record of architecting and deploying production HPC workloads on AWS using AWS ParallelCluster, SOCA or custom Slurm fleets. * Ability to architect for maximum cost efficiency, implementing automated spot-instance utilization, auto-scaling strategies, and Savings Plans optimization. * Proficiency in monitoring infrastructure health and application performance using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, or CloudWatch, with a focus on identifying bottlenecks. * Experience designing and implementing automated CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins) for software and infrastructure deployment. * Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Professional, or AWS Certified Advanced Networking. BENEFITS ●      Be part of a creative, world-leading team ●      Competitive salary and share options scheme ●      Contributory pension scheme ●      Private Medical Insurance ●      Choose your own laptop/kit ●      Life Assurance ●      Cycle-to-work Scheme ●      Flexible working ●      Central London location EEO STATEMENT Quantum Motion is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate based on age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, colour, religion, disability status, marital status, pregnancy, gender reassignment or any other protected characteristics covered by the Equality Act 2010.

Since 2004, we’ve been bringing investment ideas to life and connecting capital with the right people and opportunities. Today, we manage more than £2.5 billion for a broad range of investors across five key investment strategies: Private Credit, Social Housing, Clean Heat, Energy and Venture. These strategies underpin the innovative range of investments we offer to both private (retail) and institutional clients.  There are 230+ employees at Triple Point, all committed to leaving the world demonstrably better than we found it. That’s why we’re a certified B Corp, signed up to the Principles for Responsible Investment, and were named a Sunday Times 'Best Place to Work  2025 & 2026'. If this sounds like an environment where you would flourish, then read on… The Function  The Digital and Technology team designs, builds and maintains the systems that power Triple Point. The function enables seamless connectivity, security and innovation across the organisation, creating tools and platforms that help colleagues and partners work smarter and deliver excellent outcomes.  The Team  This role sits within Technical Operations & Cyber, within the wider Digital and Technology function. The role works closely with colleagues across D&T, our MSP, our SOC and stakeholders across the business. The team is responsible for keeping our technology secure, reliable and high performing while improving delivery pace through automation, cloud engineering and emerging technology.  The Role  We are seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to lead hands-on DevOps and platform engineering across Triple Point’s Microsoft cloud and AI delivery landscape.  You will design, build and operate secure deployment pipelines, automation, monitoring and infrastructure-as-code patterns that enable cloud and AI workloads to move safely and at pace. As our use of Claude Code, AI agents and automation grows, this role will provide the engineering foundations to run these capabilities reliably, securely and with clear governance.  Working closely with the Head of Technical Operations & Cyber and our Senior Cyber Engineer, you will help enable pragmatic, risk-aware decisions on cloud and AI tooling, ensuring a balance between delivery pace and security, governance and operational sustainability.  This is a delivery-focused role owning engineering work end-to-end, from discovery and design through to implementation, documentation and transition into BAU. You will help remove delivery bottlenecks, strengthen platform maturity and make practical recommendations that balance pace, reliability, security and usability.  Key Responsibilities  DevOps, Cloud Platform & CI/CD Engineering  * Design, build, maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines for cloud, integration, automation and AI workloads.  * Create reusable infrastructure-as-code patterns, templates and standards for secure, consistent cloud deployments.  * Improve release management, environment management and deployment controls across development, test and production environments.  * Support source control, branching, build, test and deployment practices that help teams deliver safely and efficiently.  * Build practical engineering standards for service principals, managed identities, secrets, configuration, certificates and environment separation.    Automation, AI Enablement & Developer Experience  * Enable safe, reliable deployment and operation of Claude Code, AI agents and similar AI-assisted development tooling.  * Automate repeatable operational, deployment and monitoring tasks to reduce manual effort and improve consistency.  * Develop self-service patterns, reusable scripts and documentation that make it easier for colleagues to adopt approved engineering practices.  * Work with current and future AI Team colleagues to lay the technical foundations for agent automation and cloud-based AI delivery.  * Identify opportunities to simplify tooling, reduce friction and improve the developer and stakeholder experience.    Reliability, Monitoring & Operational Readiness  * Design and improve monitoring, logging, alerting and reporting across pipelines, platforms and cloud workloads.  * Create runbooks, deployment checklists and operational handover materials that support effective BAU ownership.  * Support incident response, root-cause analysis and continuous improvement for deployment or platform reliability issues.  * Improve resilience, recovery and performance practices for key services and automation workloads.  * Use data from monitoring and service performance to recommend improvements and prioritise platform work.    Security, Governance & Documentation  * Embed security-by-design into DevOps practices, including least privilege, secure configuration, secrets management and change control.  * Work closely with Technical Operations & Cyber, the SOC and MSP partners to ensure cloud and AI tooling is operated securely.  * Maintain clear documentation of pipeline designs, infrastructure standards, access models, monitoring arrangements and operational guardrails.  * Support audits, assurance activity and evidence gathering where DevOps, cloud or platform controls are in scope.  * Balance security, usability and delivery pace when assessing risks, trade-offs and recommendations.    Collaboration, Planning & Continuous Improvement  * Plan and prioritise DevOps improvements based on impact, value, risk and delivery needs.  * Translate technical complexity into clear recommendations for technical and non-technical stakeholders.  * Partner constructively across Digital and Technology, internal stakeholders and external technology partners.  * Challenge current ways of working where needed and recommend pragmatic improvements with clear rationale.  * Share knowledge generously and help raise DevOps capability across the function and organisation.    Knowledge & Experience  Essential  * Significant hands-on experience in DevOps, platform engineering, cloud engineering or a closely related engineering role.  * Strong experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI or equivalent.  * Good working knowledge of Microsoft Azure and Microsoft cloud services, including deployment, access, monitoring and governance considerations.  * Experience with infrastructure-as-code and automation tools such as Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates, PowerShell or equivalent.  * Proficiency in Python for scripting, automation and tooling able to write, read and maintain production-quality scripts, not just adapt examples.  * Working knowledge of core Azure networking concepts, including VNets, NSGs, DNS, private endpoints and load balancers, with practical experience applying these in cloud and containerised workloads.  * Strong understanding of Git, source control workflows, release management, environment management and secure software delivery practices.  * Experience implementing monitoring, logging and alerting for cloud platforms, pipelines or application workloads.  * Strong grounding in cloud security principles, including identity and access, least privilege, secrets management, network security and secure configuration.  * Awareness of cloud cost management principles, including resource tagging standards, right-sizing, and governance for spend able to recommend efficient, cost-conscious approaches rather than just functional ones.  * Ability to translate technical requirements and risk considerations into pragmatic, well-documented engineering solutions.  * Comfortable working with the Head of Technical Operations & Cyber to make pragmatic, risk-aware decisions that balance delivery pace with security and governance requirements.  * Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical teams, senior stakeholders and external partners.  * A self-starter mindset, with strong planning, problem-solving and ownership of delivery outcomes.    Desirable  AI & Automation  * Experience deploying, governing or operating AI-assisted development tools, agent automation or cloud-based AI workloads.  Microsoft Platform  * Experience working with Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, Sentinel, Azure Monitor, Log Analytics or similar Microsoft tooling.  * Relevant certifications such as AZ-400, AZ-104, AZ-305, AZ-500, Terraform Associate, GitHub certifications or equivalent hands-on experience.  Containers & Orchestration  * Experience with containers and orchestration technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes or Azure Container Apps.  Broader Platform & Integrations  * Experience supporting Salesforce, data platform, integration or business automation workloads.  Regulated Environments  * Experience working in a regulated services environment, ideally FCA-regulated.  Why Join us?  This is a key role at the point where DevOps, cloud automation and AI capability are becoming central to how Triple Point delivers technology safely and effectively.  * You’ll join a talented, collaborative team in a connected environment where ideas and initiative are valued.  * Be part of a growing and innovative team.  * We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and genuine opportunities for growth and progression.  * Opportunities for professional development and career progression.  At Triple Point, high performance means living our values every day:  * Stay Curious.  * Be Generous.  * Take Thoughtful Action.  * Pull Together.  * Own It.  In line with our values Stay Curious and Take Thoughtful Action every employee has access to AI tools.  We see technology as a co-pilot, helping us improve efficiency and insight while keeping decisions grounded in thoughtful human judgement.  Triple Point offers a wealth of benefits including a contributory pension, hybrid/flexible working and ongoing learning and development opportunities. Check out our comprehensive list of benefits HERE.  Apply today for further information! Triple Point is dedicated to providing fair and equal opportunities for all individuals, including both current and potential employees. Discrimination of any kind based on factors such as age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, or marital status is not tolerated by the company. Our aim is to create a welcoming and diverse work environment where people from all walks of life feel valued and supported. We actively encourage individuals from various backgrounds to apply for job vacancies and become part of our team.  STRICTLY NO AGENCIES