About this role

The Specialist Engineer is responsible for planning, leading, organizing, and motivating CI/CD programs in the SRE function. The goals are to:

• Be directly responsible for the health and operation of CI/CD tools and platforms within the function

• Be knowledgeable in optimizing their team's development and release practices

The role may be responsible for managing several concurrent high visibility projects using agile methods in a fast-paced environment that may cross multiple business divisions.

You'll have the following responsibilities

• The SRE Engineer (CI/CD) is responsible for enabling deployments in applications prioritised, to be hosted either in our in-house Mobius platform or any external toolset where necessary

• Work with Application team to utilize Tools effectively and set-up an integrated CI/CD pipeline

• Work with Application team to utilize Tools effectively

• Understand and communicate current capability against requests for introducing new Tools, performing need assessments for the Application

• Where necessary, perform a proof of concept to prove either the capability of a Tool existing in the current landscape, or to provide evidence for the introduction of new Tools

• Scale CI/CD practices & opeations once proven succcessful across the estate:

• Develop CI/CD principles

• Review and modify CI/CD principles, iteratively

• Maintain CI/CD tools/platforms (if applicable)

• Develop and maintain pipeline configurations

• Automate processes

You'll have the following skills & experience

• Overall 8-12 experience with minimum two years of deep experience on a CI/CD Tools required.

• The person should have hands-on experience in setting up, monitoring and utilizing the CI/CD pipelines. One or more of the following Tools should be covered : JIRA, CB Jenkins, Confluence, GITLab, Nexus and NexusIQ

• Candidate should have expertise in Tool selection, and the ability to run POCs to prove CI/CD capability

• Expert level ability to understand build issues caused by Tools in the CI/CD Pipeline

• Be able to communicate the requirements to clients, and RCAs for Tool failures

• Strong communication skills

• Keen analytical skills

• Ability to decompose complex processes into understandable components

• Proficiency in automating and optimizing processes

• Competent in team building and team communication strategies

• Extensive knowledge of BT Standards and Processes

• Broad knowledge of and significant experience with Consumer products and services 

• Experienced in working with other senior professionals and managers across Technology on BAU, tactical and strategic pieces of work.

• Experienced with the concepts of automation and innovation to add value, increase efficiency

• Solid understanding of software development life cycle models as well as expert knowledge of both Agile and traditional project management principles and practices and the ability to blend them together in the right proportions to fit a project and business environment

• A proven track record of successfully implementing software or web development projects using Agile methodologies including managing large, complex projects in a high-tech development environment with multi-function teams

• Very effective interpersonal skills including mentoring, coaching, collaborating, and team building

• Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills with an ability to manage competing demands

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of business needs with the ability to establish/maintain high level of customer trust and confidence

• Proven ability to lead software development projects and ensure objectives, goals, and commitments are met

• Creative approach to problem-solving with the ability to focus on details while maintaining the “big picture” view

About BT

BT has a key role in British society, fostering change and leading technology innovation. From delivering the Olympics, to supporting the emergency services, to investing more into research than any other UK technology company, we take pride in everything we do - and in the people who work here.

We're now a global company operating at the forefront of the information age, employing 90,000 people in 180 countries. And we're on a mission. Guided by our core values of Personal, Simple and Brilliant our goal is to help customers, communities and businesses overcome barriers and release their potential.

So, if you're interested in the power of potential, why not join us today and release yours? You can read more here about what it's like to work at BT

How to Apply

It's easy to apply online; you just need a copy of your up-to-date CV and to follow the step-by step process. Don't worry if you need to make changes - you'll have the opportunity to review and edit your work on the final page. We look forward to receiving your application!