AWS Cloud Platform Engineer

We are seeking a dedicated AWS Cloud Platform Engineer to join a growing technology team of 4, wider team of 20. The role will focus on delivering high-quality cloud-based solutions for our civil service customer.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established Public Sector and Government entity, with over 1000 employees across the UK. They are committed to promoting competition for the benefit of consumers, making markets work well for consumers, businesses and the economy.

Description

The AWS Cloud Platform Engineer will be:

1. Maintaining and improving the existing secure developer platform, which is built using a combination of open-source solutions, including Docker, JupyterHub and codeserver, and AWS services such as a custom VPC for security, ImageBuilder for custom AMIs, Bedrock and S3.
2. Suggesting and implementing new features and solutions for the development platform to meet the evolving needs of the teams, improve efficiency and ensure a streamlined and easily maintainable stack.
3. Reviewing and optimising the company AWS Organization and Accounts setup, including policies, security, networking, and cost management.
4. Leading and mentoring junior team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
5. Leading the technology team in implementing cutting-edge technology Strategies/Solutions.

Profile

The successful AWS Cloud Platform Engineer should have:

1. Significant experience as a Platform Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Data Engineer, or in similar roles.
2. Proven experience in delivering infrastructure projects as part of a team, with a track record of shaping and leading technical projects.
3. Deep understanding of AWS services and architecture best practices at Solutions Architect or Developer Associate level or above.
4. Strong coding skills in Python and other relevant languages.
5. Experience working with Infrastructure as Code, including CloudFormation and CDK.
6. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write documentation, high level design documents for approval, and present technical topics clearly to a non-technical audience.

Job Offer

Annual salary of between £60,000 and £66,500
12 month fixed term contract (including all benefits), possibility of permanent.
A supportive and collaborative working environment.
Hybrid working, 70% remote with visits to any of the following offices in London, Edinburgh, Belfast, Cardiff, Manchester.