Cloud Engineer

Zaizi Ltd; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Loyalty pension (5% rising to 8%)

Group Life Assurance

Hybrid working with WFH equipment

10 paid Reservist Military ServiceDays

5 days paid study leave for certs

Personal Choice fund £500 annually

Job summary

Zaizi Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Natsec Cloud Engineer with proven experience automating the software delivery pipeline in scalable open-source environments.

You will work with AWS, Docker, Kubernetes and CI/CD tooling, collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve security and delivery speed while maintaining DV clearance requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience automating the software delivery pipeline in a highly scalable system using open source technologies.
• Strong knowledge of AWS, Docker, Kubernetes and CI/CD tooling.
• Security-minded approach with experience automating security best practices.
• Experience with AWS Developer tools would be an advantage.

Skills

Agile

Scrum

Cross-functional teams

Continuous improvement

Customer facing

Integrity / honesty

Good communication skills

Tools

AWS Cloudformation

Amazon ECS

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD automation (DroneCI)

Git

Bash

Ansible

Security best practices

AWS Developer tools

Job description

Zaizi is looking for a Natsec Cloud Engineer who has demonstrable experience of automating the software delivery pipeline within a highly scalable system that relies heavily on open source technologies.

At Zaizi, we thrive on solving complex challenges through creative thinking and the latest tools and tech. Our culture is inclusive, modern, friendly and innovative. We seek bright, positive thinking individuals with a can-do attitude. Our people enjoy challenging themselves to be the best at what they do - if that sounds like you, you'll fit right in!

These are the expected objectives for this role. We are happy to discuss this further during the interview process and jointly agree it with the successful candidate.

Technologies:

• AWS Cloudformation
• Amazon ECS
• Docker
• Kubernetes
• CI/CD automation (ideally DroneCI)
• Git (e.g. GitHub or GitLab)
• advanced Linux administration and scripting (e.g. Bash)
• Ansible
• Good knowledge of security best practises and experience automating/implementing them (e.g. Kubernetes security groups, mutual authentication, HTTP security headers, etc ...)
• Experience using AWS Developer tools (AWS Codepipeline, AWS CodeBuild) would be an advantage

Competencies:

• Agile
• Scrum
• Can work with cross functional teams
• Continuous improvement
• Customer facing (build good rapport)
• Integrity / honesty
• Good communication skills

Good communication skills

Security Clearance

For this position the Successful candidate needs to hold an DV Clearance

You don’t meet all the requirements?

Studies show that women and black, Asian and minority ethnic people are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every qualification. So if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job description, we'd love you to still apply. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role here at Zaizi.

We actively welcome applications from people of colour, the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, parents, carers, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds.

If you need any accommodations to support your specific situation, please feel free to let us know. For candidates who are neurodiverse or have disabilities, we are happy to make any adjustments needed throughout the interview process-just ask!

Interview Process:

1st stage:

Initial phone screening done by a member of the recruitment team

2nd stage:

Technical interview, this stage evaluates your technical expertise and problem-solving abilities, especially if you're applying for a technical role.

Final Stage:

10-15 min presentation and a panel interview where multiple people from different departments ask you questions.

Compensation

• Competitive Pay: Salaries reviewed annually to ensure they reflect your performance and market value.
• Loyalty Pension: We invest in your future. Starting at a 5% employer contribution, we increase this by 0.5% every year after your third anniversary, up to a maximum of 8%.
• Protection: Comprehensive Group Life Assurance for peace of mind.

Purpose & Culture

• Real Impact: Work on mission-critical projects that secure and improve the UK's digital infrastructure.
• Autonomy: A culture that empowers you to make decisions, prototype rapidly, and iterate towards success.
• Service & Community: We support those who serve. 10 paid days for Reservist Military Service.

Work / Life Balance

• Time Off: 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, with the flexibility to Buy/Sell additional days to suit your lifestyle.
• Giving back: 2 paid volunteering days per year.

Development & Growth

• Master Your Craft: Fully funded professional certifications (AWS, GCP, Agile, etc.) supported by 5 days paid study leave.
• Expand Your Horizons: An additional £500 annual "Personal Choice" fund to learn whatever inspires you—work-related or not.
• Support: Access to 1-2-1 professional coaching and team training to accelerate your career.

Health & Balance

• Premium Health: Vitality Private Medical Insurance (includes Apple Watch, gym discounts, and rewards).
• Flexibility: Genuine hybrid working with a WFH equipment allowance to perfect your home setup.
• Wellbeing: Cycle to Work scheme and a commitment to sustainable, healthy working practices.