Who are we
Founded in 1896, Knight Frank was registered as Knight Frank LLP a Limited Liability Partnership, on 3 November 2003, registered in England & Wales at 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8AN with the registered number of OC305934. Headquartered in London, UK, Knight Frank is one of the world's leading independent real estate consultancies. We work responsibly in partnership to enhance people's lives and environments in over 50 Markets, 600+ Offices, 20,000+ People, 1 Global Network.
At the heart of all we do are our Clients. A relationship built on trust is vital. As trusted partners in property, we act with integrity and care, understanding our clients’ unique needs and consistently thinking about the bigger picture to provide personalised, clear and considered advice across all areas of property. Through our deep understanding of key markets and sectors – both emerging and established – we are dedicated to meeting and exceeding their property goals.
A true partnership is a balanced one, and our People are passionate about, and committed to, making our business inclusive and diverse. We give every individual the space and opportunity to perform at their best and be recognised for the immense value they bring. We empower everyone to have autonomy in their role and encourage them to use their voice in how we can make a positive impact as a firm and shape the future of real estate, the built environment and the impact on the communities we serve. Our collaborative and engaged teams provide excellent and dedicated client service. In our workplace, opinions are respected, everyone is invited to contribute to the success of our business and innovation, and new ideas are celebrated.
In 2021 we celebrated our 125th anniversary and set out Our Desired Future, cemented in three pillars: People Potential, Client Centricity and always Creating our Future, together. Learn more about what sets us apart here.
About The Role
Knight Frank is looking to hire a DevOps Engineer to join their internal team based at our Head Office in Baker Street.
We are seeking a proactive and innovative DevOps Engineer to join our internal DevOps team at our headquarters in Central London. In this pivotal role, you will design, build, and maintain robust software development pipelines while championing automation and continuous improvement.
Your expertise will be critical in bridging the gap between development and operations, ensuring efficient and secure delivery across multiple environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Pipeline & Infrastructure Development:
Design and implement automated build, test, and deployment pipelines from source control through production.
Build, configure, and maintain development tools and infrastructure to support scalable software delivery.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:
Work closely with developers and other stakeholders to capture needs and translate them into technical solutions.
Serve as a technical product owner by contributing to medium-to-long term strategic planning.
Process Improvement & Automation:
Continuously assess and optimize development and release processes to enhance efficiency and performance.
Develop tools and scripts (using PowerShell, Python, and YAML) that support automation and process standardization.
Quality Assurance & Security:
Conduct thorough testing, code reviews, and system analysis to maintain high standards in code quality and performance.
Ensure robust cybersecurity measures are embedded in all systems to protect against threats and vulnerabilities.
Project Management & Technical Support:
Participate in project planning and decision-making, ensuring smooth rollout and integration of new features.
Troubleshoot technical challenges and implement effective fixes and updates as needed.
Qualifications/Education Required:
A minimum of a 2:1 degree in Computer Science or a closely related field.
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Certification is desirable but not essential.
Technical Expertise:
Cloud & DevOps Tools:
Azure DevOps, Microsoft Azure Cloud, Azure Pipelines.
Development & Automation:
Continuous Integration & Delivery (CI/CD) methodologies
Scripting: PowerShell and Python; configuration with YAML.
Version Control & Operating Systems:
Expertise with Git.
Proficient with Windows and Linux environments.
Containerization & Orchestration:
Docker containerization and Kubernetes.
Infrastructure as Code & Monitoring:
Tools such as Bicep.
Monitoring solutions like Prometheus, Grafana, and the Elastic Stack.
Professional Competencies:
Service Management:
Ability to ensure that service components meet both business needs and performance targets.
Process Optimization:
A deep understanding of process efficiency and proven techniques for continuous improvement.
Security Focus:
Capacity to design solutions with security controls embedded, mitigating cybersecurity threats.
Design & Documentation:
Skill in translating logical designs into detailed physical designs, documenting work to agreed standards.
Integration & Collaboration:
Experience in developing interfaces between systems and effectively working in cross-functional teams.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Proficient in identifying user requirements and aligning them with technical strategies.
Person Specification - personal attributes and skills:
A collaborative team player with strong technical and interpersonal communication skills.
Passionate about technology, automation, and staying current with industry best practices.
Self-motivated, proactive, and committed to driving innovation and excellence.
Adept at managing both independent projects and contributions within a dynamic team environment.
Competitive salary
Please note: this is a Direct Search led by Knight Frank. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs, even if provided by PSL agencies.
Top Skills
Knight Frank Bristol, England Office
Avon, 17 Whiteladies Rd, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS8 1PB
