Junior Cloud DevOps Engineer - AI Applications

Kick It Out; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent football club in Brighton is seeking to hire a professional to develop AI applications, transforming prototypes into production-ready solutions. This role requires a foundational understanding of Cloud Computing, familiarity with AI, and a passion for technology's impact on football. Candidates will work closely with Cloud Architects to bridge experimentation and live production environments. Exceptional benefits include complimentary meals, enhanced family policies, and in-house training opportunities.

Benefits

Complimentary breakfast and lunch

23 days holiday rising with service

Access to rewards platform

Enhanced family policies

Access to gym and padel court

Priority access to match tickets

In-house training programme

Exclusive discounts from partners

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of Cloud Computing.
• Familiarity with AI and Machine Learning.
• Passion for technology and automation.
• Interest in how AI is changing the football industry.

Responsibilities

• Transform AI prototypes into production‑ready applications.
• Bridge the gap between experimentation and live production environments.
• Build and operationalise applications under the guidance of Cloud Architects.
• Productionise a broad range of AI applications across football and commercial functions.

Skills

Cloud Computing

AI and Machine Learning

Technology passion

Understanding AI in football

Job description

Hours: Full-time, to include evenings and weekends

Location: American Express Stadium, Brighton and American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing

Contract Type: Permanent

Deadline Day: 10th February 2026

About Brighton & Hove Albion FC

We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact.

Role Overview

This role will help us take cutting‑edge AI prototypes and turn them into robust, production‑ready applications. You will focus on the operational side of our AI app development, bridging the gap between experimentation and live production environments. Working directly with our Cloud Architects, you’ll build and operationalise applications for various functions within the Club. This role will productionise a broad range of AI applications from football to commercial.

Responsibilities

• Transform AI prototypes into production‑ready applications.
• Bridge the gap between experimentation and live production environments.
• Build and operationalise applications under the guidance of Cloud Architects.
• Productionise a broad range of AI applications across football and commercial functions.

Your Experience

• Foundational understanding of Cloud Computing.
• Familiarity with AI and Machine Learning.
• Passion for technology and automation.
• Interest in how AI is changing the football industry.

Benefits

• 🥗 Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites
• 🏝️ 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff)
• ⚡ Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more!
• 👶 Enhanced family policies
• 🏋️♀️ Access to a gym and padel court at our training ground
• 🎫 Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 2025/26 season
• 🎓 In‑house training programme and CPD opportunities
• 💰 Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses

Our Commitment to EDI

We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values foster a strong ethical culture, enabling us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact [e-mail]

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

Eligibility & Checks

This position is UK‑based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a full 3‑year reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work. Please note, we do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.