Head of DevOps and DataOps

Hays
Loughborough
3 days ago
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Job Description

Salary £59,966 - £67,468, 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, hybrid working (3 days per week in office), competitive pension and other benefits


Hays Technology are working in partnership with a Higher Education client to recruit a Head of DevOps and DataOps vacancy on a permanent basis.


It is an exciting time to be joining this Digital Services team as they deliver on an ambitious digital strategy and masterplan that will drive significant digital transformation across the organisation. The role is responsible for the development and support of the major applications, master data, and information reporting systems that support the University's business processes, including student records, timetabling, accommodation management, research management, finance, HR/payroll, marketing, and facilities management. It is critical to enabling the University to streamline and automate processes to enhance efficiency and reliability; ensuring valuable data and insights are provided to support the University's growth, serve students, and improve operational efficiency.


You will have responsibility for a team of 23 staff within the department, including line management for the team leaders of the five sub teams; DevOps, DataOps, ERPOps, Dev Team, Agile Delivery.


Key Responsibilities:


Leadership & Strategy

  • Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams ...

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