AWS DevOps Migration Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an AWS Migration Consultant for a 6-month contract in Preston. The role involves strategic planning and execution of data migrations, applying robust DevOps practices and engineering skills. Candidates should be skilled in AWS and Windows, with a focus on effective risk management and collaboration with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in migrations and solid technical foundation.
• Highly skilled in DevOps methodologies and tools.
• Experienced with AWS and Windows.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the end-to-end migration journey.
• Applying strong engineering skills focused on DevOps.
• Conducting technical assessments and shaping architecture.

Skills

DevOps methodologies

AWS

Windows

GitLab

Terraform

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preston, lancashire, United Kingdom

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Posted:

07.06.2025

Expiry Date:

22.07.2025

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Job Description:

AWS Migration Consultant – Outside IR35 Contract

• Duration: 6 months
• Start Date: ASAP
• Location: Bristol - Hybrid. You'll need to spend significant time on-site during the first two weeks, with occasional or once-a-week on-site presence thereafter.
• Interview Process: One-stage interview over teams – technical conversation

The Role:

As a Migration Consultant, you'll play a crucial role in our migration efforts. This isn't just about moving data; it's about strategic planning, robust engineering, and ensuring a seamless transition.

You'll be responsible for:

• Overseeing the end-to-end migration journey.
• Applying strong engineering skills with a focus on DevOps practices, including expertise in GitLab and Terraform.
• Leveraging your experience with AWS and Windows environments.
• Conducting technical assessments, contributing to design and strategy, and shaping architecture.
• Addressing security considerations, risks, and technical debt (capture and mitigation).
• Developing comprehensive cut-over plans and defining the business support model.

About you:

• We're looking for someone with a proven track record in migrations and a solid technical foundation.

You should be:

• Highly skilled in DevOps methodologies and tools.
• Experienced with AWS and Windows.
• A strategic thinker who can contribute to architecture, design, and technical strategy.
• A problem-solver who can identify and mitigate risks and technical debt.
• A strong communicator, capable of collaborating effectively with various stakeholders.