About the Company

Smiths Detection is a global leader in threat detection and security screening technology, protecting people and infrastructure worldwide. With 21 global offices, 7 manufacturing sites, and 5 R&D centres, our 3,000 colleagues have been advancing safety and security for over 40 years.

About the Role

We’re seeking a seasoned professional to lead complex technical initiatives, drive DevOps transformation, and architect scalable, secure solutions. This role requires strong leadership, modern practices, and hands‑on expertise to deliver innovative outcomes across global teams.

Responsibilities

Lead complex technical initiatives and transformation programs
Architect scalable, secure solutions aligned with business needs
Champion modern DevOps practices and CI/CD automation
Facilitate cross‑team collaboration and stakeholder alignment
Deliver innovative, high‑impact outcomes

Qualifications

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science or Electrical/Electronics Engineering
10+ years in DevOps/Platform Engineering with strong Linux administration

Required Skills

Deep expertise in distributed systems, microservices, Kubernetes, and cloud‑native platform engineering
Strong hands‑on skills with Istio, Cilium, Docker, Argo CD, GitOps, and Helm charts
Proficiency in Golang, Python, Java, gRPC/REST, and databases
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and decision‑making abilities
Exposure to air‑gap bridge architecture and advanced Linux administration

Preferred Skills

Knowledge of Grafana, Loki, Tempo, and Mimir (LGTM stack)
Full‑stack programming (Spring Boot & Angular)

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