AWS DevOps Engineer (Remote) (Permanent)

scrumconnect ltd; Tenterden; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Scrumconnect is seeking an experienced AWS DevOps Engineer to support delivery of large-scale digital services in a complex cloud environment. You will build, maintain, and optimise AWS infrastructure, deployment pipelines, and cloud operations across multiple environments.

The role involves collaborating with software developers, architects, testers, and delivery teams to deliver secure, scalable, and resilient solutions, including React front-end apps, microservices, serverless functions, and

Qualifications

• 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 app architectures: React frontend, microservices, Lambda, Kafka.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of AWS networking concepts (Transit Gateway, 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 tagging standards.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in Agile delivery teams.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple AWS environments across development, test, staging, and production.
• Build and optimise CI/CD pipelines using Git-based tooling.
• Manage AWS infrastructure for React frontend, microservices, Lambda, and Kafka.
• Support ETL and RPA integrations.
• Implement secure networking patterns (Transit Gateway, PrivateLink).
• Deploy and manage Kong Enterprise API Gateway.
• Administer MFA and IAM roles/permissions for dev teams.
• Ensure resources are tagged and governed per FinOps standards.
• Monitor performance, availability, and reliability across environments.
• Collaborate to improve automation and deployment efficiency.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure and deployment issues.
• Contribute to cloud security best practices.

Skills

AWS cloud infra

CI/CD pipelines

Terraform/CloudFormation

IAM & security controls

Kong Enterprise API Gateway

FinOps & tagging

Agile delivery

Monitoring/observability

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Kong Enterprise

CloudWatch/Grafana/Prometheus

Job description

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.

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. 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.

Location: UK (Remote with occasional travel as required)

Employment Type: Permanent / Contract

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