Scott Evans - DevOps Engineer

Profile

DevOps Engineer passionate about automation, cloud technologies, and developing efficient software solutions. Seeking an exciting role in DevOps or software development where I can apply my problem-solving skills and knowledge of modern DevOps practices.

Skills/Qualifications

• Python
• Kubernetes
• AWS
• Git
• Bitbucket
• Jira
• Docker
• Linux
• Helm
• Jenkins
• Monitoring
• SonarQube
• Terraform
• Django
• HTML
• CSS
• JavaScript
• Vault

Personal Statement

As a DevOps apprentice, I am committed to advancing my skills daily through online training, meetups, conferences, and work-based workshops. I love being part of a team and contributing in any way I can. DevOps has evolved from an interest into a true passion, driving my motivation to contribute meaningfully to team projects and organizational success.

You’ll often find me browsing the latest tech news or listening to DevOps podcasts, as I believe it's vital to keep up with the rapid changes in this ever-evolving field. I also have a keen interest in programming and have adopted Python as my main language, enjoying creating small projects and solving challenges on Coding challenge websites.

Experience

• DevOps Engineer Apprentice - Nov 2023 - Ongoing
  Mastek Ltd | Remote, United Kingdom
  • Kubernetes Management: Troubleshooting and resolving failed Jenkins deployments using Kubernetes, ensuring efficient delivery pipelines and minimizing downtime.
  • Python Scripting: Creating and optimizing Python scripts for automation, including a chart version bump script and automation of creation of Dynatrace YAML configuration files.
  • CI/CD Pipelines: Building and managing Jenkins pipelines, including implementing seed jobs to automate the creation of job configurations, and various scripts to run as optional prescripts for component deployments.
  • Monitoring: Created YAML configuration files for management zones in Dynatrace, enabling efficient monitoring of dev environments. Applied metrics configurations using Ansible to streamline monitoring across multiple environments.


• Digital Service Engineer - May 2023 - Nov 2023
  Self-Employed | Remote, United Kingdom
  • Integrated PLCs into plant-wide historians using OPC UA for seamless data communication and collection.
  • Leveraged AVEVA Historian to gather, store, and analyse extensive datasets from industrial processes, enabling actionable insights and informed decision-making.
  • Utilized VersionDog for version control and data management of industrial automation systems, ensuring data integrity, security, and enhanced operational efficiency.


• Process Engineer | Quality Leader - Sep 2014 – Apr 2023
  Essity Paper Mill FKA SCA | Manchester, United Kingdom
  • Utilized in-house systems (Proficy, R2S, SAP) to report defects, address quality issues, book parts from stores, and perform quality checks.
  • Mechanically adjusted machinery to produce different products based on customer demand.
  • Responded to mechanical breakdowns by adhering to procedures and applying troubleshooting practices as needed.
  • Developed and updated procedures to help staff improve quality standards.
  
  

  Key Achievements:

  • Earned multiple quarterly awards for outstanding team performance.
  • Promoted to Quality Leader for consistently delivering high standards.
  • Selected to travel to Italy to commission new machinery and train staff post-installation.
  • Achieved the lowest Complaints Per Million (CPM) in over a decade.

Education and Training

• In4.0 Software Engineering Bootcamp (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Git, GitHub, React, Python, Django)
• Coding Principles for Business Level 3
• Level 2 NVQ Performing Engineering Operations
• Harvard CS50 Python Certification
• PCEP – Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer