Platform Engineer (Full Stack)

Clarksons Research is the leading global provider of intelligence and research across shipping, trade, offshore and energy. Respected worldwide, the Clarksons Research team of over 150 experts provides powerful data, analytics and insights through a range of online platforms, reports, valuations and consultancy work. Clarksons Research is part of the Clarksons Group, the world’s leading integrated shipping services provider and a FTSE 250 company.

The Role:

As a Platform Engineer, you will play a critical role in implementing and maintaining our big data infrastructure on the Azure cloud platform. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless integration and performance of data solutions, enabling our clients to leverage data for strategic insights.

1. Develop and maintain scalable big data solutions using Azure technologies
2. Implement and manage cost-effective data pipelines, ensuring data quality and integrity
3. Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to optimise data workflows
4. Monitor and troubleshoot performance issues across our platform
5. Ensure security and compliance standards are met
6. Stay current with the latest advancements in Azure and big data technologies, including open-source tools

Profile of ideal candidate:

1. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
2. Strong communication and collaboration abilities
3. Hands-on, dependable, quality-conscious and result driven
4. Flexible and able to adapt to new ideas with a can-do attitude
5. Keen to develop their skills as our platform evolves

Technology stack (experience in as many of these is preferable):

1. Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
2. Cloud Platforms - Azure / AWS
3. Infrastructure as Code - Bicep, Terraform, Azure Resource Manager

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) plus bonus and benefits

Location: London/Midlands/Hybrid

Number of vacancies: 1-2

Vacancy type: Full-time, permanent post

How to apply: CV and cover letter, quoting reference CRSL/RES-DEV/ENGR/710, to Apeksha Mehta: recruitment.crs@clarksons.com

Closing date: 31st March 2025 (though applications accepted immediately)

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Research