via Reed · 18 September 2026 ·1 day ago

Trainee DevOps Engineer | No experience needed (Ref: 7501)

Qualify Nation Recruitment
Manchester Full-time GBP 28,000 – 38,000
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DEVOPS ENGINEER TRAINEESHIP

Become a DevOps Engineer and Build Real-World Experience Are you interested in cloud computing, software development, automation, and building reliable technology platforms? Do you want to gain practical experience while developing technical skills that are in high demand across the technology industry?

We are offering a DevOps Engineer Traineeship designed to help aspiring DevOps professionals develop industry-relevant knowledge through structured learning and practical projects.

What You Will Learn Throughout the traineeship, you will develop an understanding of:

  • DevOps Fundamentals

  • Linux System Administration

  • Command Line and Shell Scripting

  • Version Control with Git

  • Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

  • Continuous Integration (CI)

  • Continuous Delivery and Continuous Deployment (CD)

  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

  • Containerisation with Docker

  • Container Orchestration

  • Cloud Computing Fundamentals

  • Cloud Platforms (AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud)

  • Configuration Management

  • Monitoring and Logging

  • Security Best Practices (DevSecOps)

  • Networking Fundamentals

  • Automation and Scripting

  • Incident Management and Reliability Engineering

Practical Experience You will work on realistic DevOps projects that may include:
  • Building CI/CD pipelines

  • Deploying applications to cloud environments

  • Creating Infrastructure as Code templates

  • Managing Docker containers

  • Automating software deployment processes

  • Configuring monitoring and logging solutions

  • Implementing basic cloud infrastructure

  • Applying security best practices to deployment pipelines

  • Troubleshooting deployment and infrastructure issues

  • Portfolio projects demonstrating your DevOps capabilities

This practical experience will help you develop a professional portfolio that demonstrates your capabilities to future employers.

Ideal Candidate We are looking for individuals who:

  • Have an interest in technology, software development, and cloud computing

  • Enjoy solving technical problems

  • Have strong analytical and logical thinking skills

  • Pay close attention to detail

  • Are willing to learn new skills

  • Can work independently and manage their time effectively

  • Have basic computer skills

No previous DevOps experience is required. Successful applicants will undertake our paid DevOps Engineer training programme before progressing into employment. The cost of the training is the responsibility of the learner, and full guidance and support will be provided throughout the programme.

Benefits • Remote and flexible learning

  • Industry-relevant curriculum

  • Portfolio development opportunities

  • Practical project experience

  • Mentoring and personalised feedback

  • Career guidance and employability support

  • Opportunity to develop skills sought by modern employers

Entry Requirements • A good level of written English
  • Access to a computer and internet connection

  • Motivation to learn and develop professionally

Career Opportunities Upon successful completion, learners may pursue roles such as:
  • Junior DevOps Engineer

  • DevOps Engineer

  • Cloud Support Engineer

  • Platform Engineer

  • Infrastructure Engineer

  • Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

  • Build and Release Engineer

  • Cloud Operations Engineer

  • Systems Administrator

  • Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Apply Today If you are looking to start a career in DevOps and want to gain practical experience while developing a professional portfolio, we would love to hear from you.

Submit your application today and begin your journey towards a rewarding career in DevOps Engineering.

We advertise this role across multiple UK locations — you only need to apply once and you'll be considered for all of them.

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