Azure Cloud FullStack Developer - (Public Sector/Defence)

IBM Computing; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is seeking a Managing Application Developer - Azure Cloud FullStack to spearhead the direction of cloud-native application initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in developing cloud solutions, strong proficiency in Azure services, and demonstrated skills in modern programming languages. Join a diverse team committed to innovation and deliver impactful solutions in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Training opportunities

Regular promotion opportunities

Work-life balance support

Private medical, dental & optical cover

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in developing scalable and resilient backend microservices.
• Strong understanding of modern SQL and No-SQL modeling techniques.
• Proficiency in purpose-built programming languages and runtimes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex cloud-native applications.
• Shape and spearhead the cloud-native application strategy.
• Mentor and guide senior team members.

Skills

Front end development

Back end development

GitLab

Terraform

Ansible

.NET Core

Node.js

JavaScript frameworks

SQL

No-SQL

Cloud-native CI/CD

Azure services

Education

British Citizenship and valid right to work in the UK

Tools

Azure DevOps

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Introduction

At IBM CIC, we provide technical and industry expertise to a wide range of public and private sector clients in the UK.

A career in IBM CIC means you'll have the opportunity to work with leading professionals across multiple industries to improve the hybrid cloud and AI journey for the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. You will get the chance to deliver effective solutions, driving meaningful business change for our clients, using some of the latest technology platforms.

Curiosity and a constant quest for knowledge serve as the foundation to success here. You'll be encouraged and supported to constantly reinvent yourself, focusing on skills in demand in an ever changing market. You'll be working with diverse teams, coming up with creative solutions which impact a wide network of clients, who may be at their site or one of our CIC or IBM locations. Our culture of evolution centres on long‑term career growth and development opportunities in an environment that embraces your unique skills and experience.

We offer:

• Many training opportunities from classroom to e‑learning, mentoring and coaching programs and the chance to gain industry recognised certifications

• Regular and frequent promotion opportunities to ensure you can drive and develop your career with us

• Feedback and checkpoints throughout the year

• Diversity & Inclusion as an essential and authentic component of our culture through our policies and process as well as our Employee Champion teams and support networks

• A culture where your ideas for growth and innovation are always welcome

• Internal recognition programs for peer‑to‑peer appreciation as well as from manager to employees

• Tools and policies to support your work‑life balance from flexible working approaches, sabbatical programs, paid paternity leave, maternity leave and an innovative maternity returners scheme

• More traditional benefits, such as 25 days holiday (in addition to public holidays), private medical, dental & optical cover, online shopping discounts, an Employee Assistance Program, life assurance and a group personal pension plan of an additional 5% of your base salary paid by us monthly to save for your future.

Your role and responsibilities

As a Managing Application Developer‑Azure Cloud FullStack, you’ll spearhead the strategic direction and oversight of our cloud‑native application initiatives, driving innovation and expertise within our organization.

Join our team and contribute to the development of innovative cloud‑native applications that drive business success. If you’re passionate about understanding and solving complex cloud challenges and have a knack for creating cloud‑native solutions that maximize ROI, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Shape and spearhead the cloud‑native application strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry trends

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex cloud‑native applications

• Mentor and guide senior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define system architecture and ensure seamless integration with Azure cloud services

• Oversee the development of cloud‑native application strategies, roadmaps, and best practices

Assessment Centre

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an Assessment Centre hosted onsite at IBM Hursley on 3 December 2025.

Location

IBM Hursley
Hursley Park, Winchester
Hampshire, SO21 2JN
United Kingdom

The Assessment Centre will provide an opportunity to meet IBM leaders, engage in technical discussions, and participate in collaborative exercises that reflect real‑world challenges faced by our teams.

Required technical and professional expertise

• Front end; Back end; GitLab; Terraform or Ansible OR Eng/Dev willing to become Cloudy. Also AI java python and PySpar

• Azure; Front/Back End Software Dev inc Java Javascript and CloudFormation

• Extensive experience in developing rich UI applications based on SPAs or microfrontends

• Masterful proficiency in developing scalable and resilient backend microservices following the 12‑factor principles

• Strong understanding of modern SQL and No‑SQL modeling techniques

• Proficiency in purpose‑built programming languages and runtimes, including .NET Core and Node.js

• Deep knowledge of Azure cloud services and frameworks

• Experience with Event Driven Applications using Kafka and Zookeeper

• Familiarity with cloud‑native CI/CD for change release

• Understanding of Test Driven Development (TDD)

• Proficiency in running and managing services on Azure, including Azure VMs, Azure Container Service, Azure Container Registry, Azure Kubernetes Services, Azure App Services, Azure Batch, Azure Functions, and Azure Service Fabric

• Experience with Azure Content Delivery Network (CDN) and Azure API Management

• Knowledge of Azure SQL DB, Azure Cosmos DB, and Azure Cache for Redis

• Implementation experience with Azure Integration services like Azure Logic apps, Service Bus, Event Grid, and APIM

• Familiarity with App Insights and Azure Monitor for observability

• Understanding of DevSecOps principles with Azure DevOps, Azure Boards, Azure Pipeline, Azure Repos, PowerShell scripting, and YAML pipeline creation

• Proven track record of delivering high‑quality cloud‑native solutions in a professional setting

• Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills

• Strong foundation in Azure security, including identity management, access control, and threat protection

• Experience with front‑end development frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js

• Proficiency in back‑end development with .NET, Node.js, or Python

Please note

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. However, for you to be eligible for this role, you must be a British Citizen and have the valid right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we do not offer visa sponsorship and have no future plans to do so. You must be a resident in the UK and have been living in the UK for 7 of the last 10 years. You must be able to hold or gain a UK government security clearance.

Preferred technical and professional experience

• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes)

• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

• Experience with microservices architecture and design patterns

• Understanding of continuous integration and delivery practices

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neuro‑divergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.