Observability Manager

 

Description:

The Observability Manager is responsible for enabling deep, end‑to‑end visibility of IT services to support effective Incident, Major Incident, Problem, Change, and Service Improvement practices.

Responsibilities
 

  • Define and lead the observability strategy, standards, and roadmap across infrastructure, applications, and services.
  • Deliver scalable observability solutions using metrics, logs, traces, and events to improve service visibility and performance.
  • Enable proactive monitoring, predictive alerting, and faster incident detection, diagnosis, and resolution.
  • Support Major Incident and Problem Management through real-time insights and evidence-based root cause analysis.
  • Use observability data to drive service improvement, automation, and shift-left opportunities.
  • Own observability tooling, platform governance, onboarding standards, and lifecycle management.
  • Ensure integration with ITSM, CMDB, and service mapping to strengthen service models and impact assessment.
  • Track platform usage, costs, KPIs, and outcomes, providing clear reporting to technology and business stakeholders.
  • Work closely with Service Delivery, Engineering, Operations, and third-party partners to maximise operational value.
  • Ensure observability practices align with security, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
     

Qualifications & Experience
 

  • Deep understanding of monitoring frameworks, telemetry, and observability concepts.
  • Hands-on experience with enterprise monitoring tools (e.g., LogicMonitor, ManageEngine, ServiceNow).
  • Proven ability to deliver operational excellence through proactive monitoring and automation.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • ITIL Foundation (or higher) certification.
  • Vendor-specific certifications in monitoring tools (e.g., ServiceNow, LogicMonitor).
  • Knowledge of cloud monitoring platforms (AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor) is desirable.
     

Benefits
 

  • ‘Enjoy the Ride’ Merlin Annual Passes - 6 in total per year, 1 for you, plus 5 to gift to loved ones!
  • Merlin Magic Pass - 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all our Merlin Attractions across the world rising to 40 after a year’s service
  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  • Company bonus
  • Private pension scheme
  • 40% discount online off LEGO
  • 25% discount in our on-site retail shops and restaurants
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Plus, many more…

Organization Merlin Entertainments
Industry Management Jobs
Occupational Category Observability Manager
Job Location London,UK
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2026-09-14 4:30 pm
Expires on 2026-10-29