Cloud DevOps Engineer

Additional Resources; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotech company in the UK is seeking a Cloud DevOps Engineer / Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to build and manage scalable cloud infrastructure with a focus on security and availability. This contract role offers hybrid working options and a competitive daily rate of £500 - £600. The ideal candidate will have strong Python skills, experience with virtual cloud firewalls, and solid understanding of routing protocols. Join a pioneering company in precision healthcare.

Qualifications

• Previously worked as a Cloud DevOps Engineer or in a similar role.
• Technical expertise in virtual cloud firewalls and cloud security best practices.
• Strong Python programming skills for automation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and automate infrastructure for cloud-native networks.
• Implement and manage routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF.
• Support Infrastructure-as-Code practices using tools like Terraform.

Skills

Cloud security best practices

Python programming

Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF)

Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform)

Agile methodologies

Linux environments

Tools

Terraform

Pulumi

CheckPoint

Cisco

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cloud DevOps Engineer / Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to join a well‑established biotech company using large‑scale genetic data and AI to predict disease risk and advance precision healthcare.

As a Cloud DevOps Engineer / Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, you will focus on building, automating, and managing scalable cloud infrastructure while ensuring the highest standards of security and availability.

This is a contract‑based role (6‑12 months) offering hybrid / remote working options, a salary range of £500 - £600 per day (Inside IR35) and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Develop and automate infrastructure for cloud‑native networks, integrating APIs for seamless operations.
• Work with virtual cloud firewall appliances (e.g., CheckPoint, Cisco) to ensure network security.
• Implement and manage routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF with a focus on high‑availability designs.
• Ensure adherence to software engineering best practices, including unit testing, code reviews, and troubleshooting.
• Support infrastructure‑as‑code practices using tools like Terraform, Pulumi, and GitOps principles.
• Contribute to an Agile development environment, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver robust solutions.

What We Are Looking For

• Previously worked as a Cloud DevOps Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Platform Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, Cloud Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Cloud Network Engineer, Cloud Platform Engineer, Cloud Operations Engineer, or in a similar role.
• Technical expertise in virtual cloud firewalls (CheckPoint, Cisco) and cloud security best practices.
• Strong Python programming skills for automation, API integration, and orchestration.
• Proven knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) and high‑availability architecture.
• Hands‑on experience with Infrastructure‑as‑Code tools (e.g., Terraform, Pulumi) and GitOps methodologies.
• Expertise in software engineering practices: unit testing, code reviews, documentation, debugging, and troubleshooting.
• Comprehensive understanding of technology stacks, from networks to applications.
• Solid understanding of Linux environments and Open Source technologies.
• A collaborative mindset, with experience working in Agile methodologies.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Network DevOps / Platform Engineer to join a company leading the way in cloud‑native infrastructure.

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