DevOps Engineer – Manchester

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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Overview

Sparta Global is looking for passionate and committed individuals who want to kickstart a career in technology. You must be willing to complete full-time training in our DevOps Engineer programme and will then be assigned to work in a junior role with one of our trusted client partners as a ‘Spartan’ consultant. We are building for exciting future opportunities, and your application will be reviewed accordingly, aligning to availability and requirements to match the right candidates to the right roles.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with development and operations teams to automate the deployment of applications to multiple environments.
  • Monitor the health and performance of systems and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
  • Implement and maintain infrastructure as code to manage and provision resources effectively.
  • Contribute to the development and improvement of DevOps practices and processes.

Training and Career Path

We are not expecting you to be an expert right away. Sparta Global offers an award-winning Academy that focuses on building skills and confidence in a supportive environment to develop you into a confident and capable consultant. You will embark on a development journey that combines academic learning, coaching, mentorship, real-world client projects, and growth opportunities across various industries.

How It Works

  • Learn: Complete full-time Academy training when you join Sparta Global. All training is delivered remotely and is paid from day one.
  • Work: Upon successful completion of training, you will become a ‘Spartan’ consultant and be available for assignment as a DevOps Engineer.
  • Grow: Work with the client for up to 24 months, access upskilling and salary increases, and then be available to convert to a full-time employee with the assigned employer.

How To Apply

Our recruitment process is simple and supportive. We encourage people from all demographics and backgrounds to apply. You do not need prior experience in tech or to study a STEM subject at a high level.

  • Apply online — our team of talent coordinators will review your application and invite you to the next stage if you demonstrate the right aptitude.
  • Complete online assessments and a first-stage interview — these assessments test your potential and how you learn, followed by a face-to-face interview to show your personality.
  • Final competency-based interview — demonstrate collaboration, problem-solving, and growth mindset to secure a place in the Academy.

Person Specification

To qualify, you should demonstrate some experience or understanding of Python or similar technologies. Most importantly, you should have a high eagerness to learn and grow as a DevOps Engineer. We also seek passionate individuals who align with our values:

  • Empathy & Diversity — Integrity, respect, and commitment to inclusivity.
  • Drive — A goal-oriented mindset with a passion for growth.
  • Collaboration — A team-focused approach with a desire to build solid relationships.
  • Innovation — Curiosity, creativity, and openness to new ideas.
  • Adaptability and resilience in a changing industry.

Eligibility

As a Sparta Global DevOps Engineer, you will be deployed to work with a client partner at the end of your training. Candidates must be open to relocation/commuting for client site deployments, and remote work cannot be guaranteed. Successful applicants must have the right to work in the UK from the start of employment.

Benefits

  • Free training — paid from day one
  • Performance-based salary reviews every six months
  • Referral bonuses
  • No exit fees
  • 20 days of annual leave + bank holidays
  • An extra day off for your birthday
  • Pension scheme
  • Eye care support
  • Death-in-service cover
  • Cycle-to-work scheme
  • Season ticket loan
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Personal development budget
  • Access to alumni and professional networks
  • Opportunities to become a brand ambassador

Don’t wait to kickstart a career in technology. Apply to train and work with Sparta Global today.

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Posted: April 28th, 2026