AWS DevOps Engineer

Scrumconnect Consulting; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Continuous learning and development

Exposure to modern cloud technologies

Job summary

Scrumconnect Consulting is seeking an experienced AWS DevOps Engineer to design, deploy, and optimise AWS infrastructure for large-scale digital services within a complex cloud environment. You will collaborate with software engineers, architects and delivery teams to build secure, scalable systems and resilient pipelines.

The role involves managing multiple AWS environments, implementing IaC with Terraform/CloudFormation, monitoring with CloudWatch/Grafana/Prometheus, and ensuring accessibility

Qualifications

• Strong experience designing, deploying and supporting AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Experience managing multiple environments within AWS and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of modern architectures (React front-end, microservices, serverless, Kafka).

Responsibilities

• Set up, configure and manage multiple AWS environments across dev/test/stage/prod.
• Build, maintain and optimise CI/CD pipelines using Git-based tooling.
• Manage AWS infra supporting React front-ends, microservices, Lambda, and Kafka.
• Support ETL/RPA integrations and cloud governance practices.
• Implement secure networking patterns and manage API gateways (Kong Enterprise).
• Administer IAM/MFA and enforce resource tagging and FinOps governance.
• Monitor performance, availability, and reliability; troubleshoot across clouds.

Skills

AWS cloud infrastructure design

CI/CD pipelines

Microservices

React front-end architectures

Troubleshooting

Agile delivery

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Kong Enterprise

CloudWatch

Grafana

Prometheus

Job description

Job Description

About Scrumconnect

Scrumconnect Consulting is a leading digital transformation consultancy delivering innovative, user-centred technology solutions across the public and private sectors. We specialise in helping organisations build scalable, secure, and accessible digital services by combining agile delivery, engineering excellence, and collaborative ways of working.

Our multidisciplinary teams work across cloud engineering, software development, user-centred design, data, and DevOps to create impactful digital products that improve outcomes for millions of users.

We foster a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and inclusion, empowering our people to deliver meaningful change while growing their careers in a supportive environment.

Role Overview

Scrumconnect is seeking an experienced AWS DevOps Engineer to support the delivery of large-scale digital services within a complex cloud environment. You will be responsible for building, maintaining, and optimising AWS infrastructure, deployment pipelines, and cloud operations across multiple environments. The role will involve working closely with multidisciplinary teams, including software developers, architects, testers, and delivery teams, to deliver secure, scalable, and resilient solutions.

The successful candidate will have strong experience across AWS services, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and modern application architectures comprising React front-end applications, microservices, serverless functions, and event-driven integrations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the setup, configuration, and management of multiple AWS environments across development, test, staging, and production.
• Build, maintain, and optimise CI/CD pipelines using Git-based tooling.
• Manage AWS infrastructure supporting a mix of React front-end applications, microservices, AWS Lambda functions, and Kafka event integrations.
• Support integrations involving ETL processes and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) solutions.
• Implement and manage secure networking patterns, including AWS Transit Gateway and PrivateLink where required.
• Support the deployment and management of Kong Enterprise API Gateway.
• Administer Multi‑Factor Authentication (MFA) and AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) roles and permissions for development teams.
• Ensure AWS resources are correctly tagged and managed in accordance with FinOps standards and governance requirements.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and reliability across environments.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to improve automation, deployment efficiency, and operational excellence.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure and deployment issues across cloud environments.
• Contribute to cloud security best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support the delivery of highly accessible digital services, ensuring front-end solutions align with WCAG 2.2 AAA accessibility standards.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong experience designing, deploying, and supporting AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Experience managing multiple environments within AWS.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and Git-based workflows.
• Experience supporting modern application architectures, including:
• React front-end applications
• Microservices
• AWS Lambda functions
• Event‑driven architectures using Kafka
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of AWS networking concepts, including Transit Gateway and PrivateLink.
• Experience administering IAM, MFA, and security controls.
• Knowledge of API management platforms such as Kong Enterprise.
• Experience implementing cloud governance and FinOps practices, including resource‑tagging standards.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience working within Agile delivery teams.

Desirable Skills

• Experience supporting ETL pipelines and data integration solutions.
• Exposure to Robotic Process Automation (RPA) platforms.
• Experience delivering services within UK Government or highly regulated environments.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards, particularly WCAG 2.2.
• Knowledge of monitoring and observability tools such as CloudWatch, Grafana, or Prometheus.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on impactful digital transformation programmes.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Exposure to modern cloud technologies and large‑scale platforms.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Scrumconnect, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives and are dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

We are an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process to support candidates who may require them.