Sr Cloud and Platform Engineer

Join a UK-based tech-driven company at the forefront of financial data innovation. 

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Cloud and Platform Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role requires deep expertise in cloud automation, engineering, and architectural design, with a focus on Amazon Web Services (AWS). The ideal candidate will have a strong programming background and a proven track record of developing custom solutions. As a senior member of the team, you will play a crucial role in shaping their cloud infrastructure, leading technical projects, and mentoring junior engineers.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking organisation, contributing to the evolution of our cloud and platform engineering capabilities. 

Role Responsibilities

• Cloud Architecture & Engineering: Design, implement, and optimize AWS-based infrastructure solutions that align with business requirements and industry best practices.

• Automation & Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop and maintain infrastructure automation using AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK) and Terraform.

• Software Development: Build robust, scalable applications and tools using preferred programming languages such as Python, React.js, and JavaScript

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate generative AI solutions into existing systems.

• Research and stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in cloud distributed systems and generative AI technologies and methodologies

• Project Leadership: Take ownership of cloud and platform engineering projects, ensuring they are delivered efficiently, securely, and in accordance with organizational standards.

• Technical Strategy & Governance: Understand corporate toolsets, provide recommendations for architectural designs, and ensure compliance with internal governance frameworks.

• Escalation & Troubleshooting: Serve as an escalation point for complex technical issues, providing guidance and support to other team members.

• Collaboration & Mentorship: Work closely with cross-functional teams, sharing knowledge and best practices to foster continuous improvement.

Experience / Competences

Essential

• Extensive AWS expertise, including experience with cloud automation, security best practices, and architectural design.

• Proficiency in programming, with a demonstrated history of developing and maintaining custom solutions.

• Strong experience with Python, React.js, and JavaScript

• Hands-on experience with CDK and Terraform for infrastructure automation

• Proficiency in Amazon Bedrock, TensorFlow, and PyTorch for developing AI solutions

• Experience with DevOps methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

• Familiarity with monitoring and logging solutions such as CloudWatch, Prometheus, or ELK Stack.

• Familiarity in security and compliance within cloud environments.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex cloud-based environments.

• Strong leadership capabilities, with experience leading technical projects and mentoring team members.

• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Desired

• AWS certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional, AWS Certified AI Practitioner, or AWS Certified Developer – Associate.