Cloud Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national security consultancy is seeking a Cloud Native Engineer to design and deliver innovative solutions using AWS. You will lead implementations, mentor teams, and focus on developing scalable infrastructures with IaC and Kubernetes. Ideal candidates will have strong expertise in AWS, DevOps, and relevant programming languages. This role offers a competitive salary up to £95,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must hold active SC Clearance and be eligible for eDV clearance.
• Expertise in cloud-native development with AWS.
• Proficiency in Kubernetes and large-scale containerised application management.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver innovative cloud-native solutions using AWS services.
• Lead end-to-end implementation and provide technical leadership.
• Mentor team members and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Skills

AWS

Infrastructure as Code

Java

Python

Team leadership

Kubernetes

DevOps

CI/CD

Agile methodologies

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

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New permanent opportunity for a security cleared Cloud Native Engineer for a leading national security consultancy in Cheltenham.

• Up to £95,000 based on experience
• Expertise required in AWS, Infrastructure as Code, Java/Python, team leadership
• Must already hold active SC Clearance and be eligible for eDV clearance.

Role Overview:

In this role, you will design and deliver innovative cloud-native solutions using AWS services and modern software engineering practices. You’ll lead end-to-end implementation, collaborating with cross-functional teams while providing technical leadership and mentorship at a senior level. With a strong focus on scalability, DevOps, and Agile methodologies, you will act as a trusted advisor to customers and help drive continuous improvement across projects.

Some responsibilities include:

• Deliver cloud-native solutions using AWS, DevOps, and modern engineering tools
• Build and manage scalable, serverless infrastructure with IaC and Kubernetes
• Drive Agile practices and ensure stakeholder alignment
• Mentor team members and foster a culture of continuous learning

Experience required:

• Expertise with a major cloud platform (preferably AWS) and cloud-native development
• Skilled in Kubernetes and managing large-scale containerised applications
• Proficient in Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform or CloudFormation
• Application development experience in languages such as Java, Go, or Python
• Strong DevOps mindset with hands-on experience in CI/CD, GitOps, and Agile practices
• Effective communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills
• Committed to continuous learning, with AWS certification encouraged and supported

What happens next?

To apply, please either click online or email directly to [emailprotected] . For further information, please call 07719065951 or 0161 4166800 . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. You may also connect with the hiring manager on LinkedIn by searching for their name. They look forward to hearing from you.