AWS Cloud Engineer — Hybrid Working in National Security

BAE; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and cybersecurity firm in Leeds is seeking an experienced AWS Developer to join their National Security team. You will work collaboratively with innovative technology to support critical mission capabilities. Ideal candidates will have substantial AWS experience and expertise in microservices, API design, and infrastructure as code. The role offers flexible hybrid working arrangements and a robust benefits package, alongside opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Private medical and dental insurance

Flexible benefits package

Company bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as an AWS Developer solving complex business issues.
• Expertise with AWS services such as EC2, ECS, S3, and Lambda.
• Proficient in Docker and Kubernetes, comfortable with CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop applications and services on AWS.
• Work collaboratively within DevOps teams and directly with end-users.
• Participate in the full delivery lifecycle of projects.

Skills

AWS Expertise

Scripting (Shell, Bash, Python)

Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation, Terraform)

Agile methodologies

Version Control (Git)

Microservices and API design

Docker and Kubernetes

Monitoring and Observability on AWS

CI/CD tools (Bamboo, Jenkins)

Automated Testing Frameworks

Linux knowledge

Education

AWS Certification

Job description

A leading defense and cybersecurity firm in Leeds is seeking an experienced AWS Developer to join their National Security team. You will work collaboratively with innovative technology to support critical mission capabilities. Ideal candidates will have substantial AWS experience and expertise in microservices, API design, and infrastructure as code. The role offers flexible hybrid working arrangements and a robust benefits package, alongside opportunities for professional growth and development.