R&D DevOps (Documentation) in Cambridge

Job description

Are you passionate about automation, DevOps, and making a real impact in how world-class engineering software is built and delivered? We’re looking for a DevOps & Automation Engineer to join our Ansys Granta team—creators of industry-leading materials information management tools including Granta MI, Granta Selector, and Granta EduPack.

You'll be part of a collaborative, cross-functional team that supports the entire software delivery lifecycle—from build automation and CI/CD pipelines to secure development practices and user experience feedback.

What You’ll Do

• Build and maintain automation tools using Python and PowerShell to support our build and validation workflows.
• Design and manage CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, focusing on speed, security, and reliability.
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, QA engineers, and tech writers to deliver high-quality features and releases.
• Use tools like Azure, Docker, and Kubernetes to enhance our delivery pipeline and streamline operations.
• Dive into our products to understand real-world customer use cases and help shape better software.
• Promote secure coding practices, help manage open-source dependencies, and support licensing compliance.
• Suggest ideas for improving UX and usability based on your hands-on experience with the tools.

What We’re Looking For

• A B.Sc. In Engineering, Computer Science, or Technical Communication with 2+ years of relevant experience, or a relevant Master’s degree.
• Solid Python or PowerShell scripting skills.
• Experience with Git, CI/CD tools, and GitHub Actions.
• Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken.
• Ability to work across multiple priorities in a fast-paced, globally distributed team.
• A passion for quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

⭐ Bonus Points For

• Familiarity with Ansys products or engineering simulation tools.
• Experience with DITA, XML, Git, Camtasia, or oXygen XML Editor.
• Understanding of open-source licensing, code security, and the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC).
• Exposure to C# or C++ in a development or DevOps context.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cambridge

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

27-06-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English