Northern DevOps & Platform Conference

On 19 May 2026, the Northern DevOps & Platform Conference arrives in Leeds, a fantastic opportunity to discuss all things technical engineering. This intensive, single-track event brings together 120 senior practitioners and platform leaders to share real-world insights on internal developer platforms, engineering excellence and the evolving DevOps culture.

The agenda features high-level sessions from industry heavyweights, including a keynote on AI infrastructure by Matthew Skelton (Conflux), alongside technical deep-dives from specialists at DeepL, HSBC and Lloyds Banking Group. covering everything from secure LLM integration to the “Complexity Paradox” in senior architecture.

As a business dedicated to delivering user-centred digital transformation, Hippo is pleased to support of this year’s conference and the thriving Northern tech scene. By collaborating with tech specialists across the North and the 2,600-member-strong Yorkshire DevOps and Yorkshire Azure User Group communities it grew from, we are helping ensure that the North remains a powerhouse for engineering talent and collaborative innovation.