DevOps Apprentice - London Locations (24 Months Fixed Term Contract)

This is a 24-month fixed-term contract for a DevOps Apprentice to join Amazon in London.

What You'll Do

As a DevOps Apprentice, you will help shape how Amazon builds and delivers software by bridging the gap between software development and IT operations. You will automate processes and ensure the seamless delivery of software to users worldwide, impacting millions of customers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, build, and maintain cloud infrastructure.
• Developing and implementing CI/CD pipelines for rapid and safe software deployment.
• Scripting and coding in multiple languages to orchestrate infrastructure and ensure robust testing.
• Implementing security best practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Monitoring and optimising system performance.
• Contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

What You'll Gain

You will gain a vast range of experiences and skills while working towards the Level 4 DevOps Engineer Apprenticeship standard. Your apprenticeship will combine classroom/virtual-based training with on-the-job training at your Amazon base location and mentoring from experienced team members.

Requirements

To qualify for this programme, you must:

• Be 18 years or over before the start date (September 2027).
• Have the right to live and work in England at the point of enrolment (June 2027).
• Have lived in the UK or in the European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 years prior to the start date.
• Not be registered to study on a UK government funded course ending August 2027 or later.
• Be prepared to travel for external/mandatory training as part of the apprenticeship.
• Have 5 GCSEs at grade 4-9 (A-C) or above (or equivalent) including Maths and English.
• Hold one of the following:
  • An A Level in a STEM subject
  • A BTEC Diploma in a STEM subject
  • A Level 3 IT apprenticeship
  • A Digital T-Level (Pass)
• Be a UK national and able to obtain UK Government Security Clearance.
• Not already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Genuine enthusiasm for technology and curiosity about software development.
• Logical, analytical mindset and enjoyment of solving complex problems.
• Interest in learning to code or script (e.g. Python).
• Proactive approach with an eye for spotting opportunities to improve and automate.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Comfortable adapting in a fast-paced environment.
• Interest in cloud technologies and emerging tools and trends.
• Evidence of self-directed learning.
• Willingness to take on responsibility.

Key Dates

• Start Date: September 2027
• Enrolment Date: June 2027
• Application Closing Date: Not specified