Cloud Engineer

Michael Page Technology; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Cloud Engineer to immediately join a high-profile government project. You will design, build, and maintain secure AWS cloud environments, utilizing CloudFormation and CI/CD practices to create robust solutions. This role offers a remote-first work model with potential travel, a competitive day rate, and the chance to work alongside top-tier professionals in the field. NPPV3 clearance is essential for this sensitive project.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with AWS services and cloud architecture best practices.
• Proven ability to create and manage CloudFormation templates for infrastructure as code.
• Skilled in CI/CD automation, ideally with GitHub Actions.
• Holds NPPV3 clearance and is comfortable working on sensitive government projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain secure cloud infrastructure on AWS.
• Develop and manage CloudFormation templates for automated provisioning.
• Implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions for seamless deployments.
• Monitor and troubleshoot cloud environments to maintain high availability and performance.

Skills

AWS services

CloudFormation templates

CI/CD automation

Problem-solving skills

Remote work independence

Job description

We're recruiting on behalf of a top-tier consultancy for a Cloud Engineer to join their team immediately. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a mission-critical government initiative, designing and automating secure AWS environments using CloudFormation and CI/CD pipelines to deliver robust, scalable solutions.

Client Details

Leading consultancy delivering a high‑profile government project.

Description

• Design, build, and maintain secure cloud infrastructure on AWS.
• Develop and manage CloudFormation templates for automated provisioning.
• Implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions for seamless deployments.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure scalable and resilient cloud solutions.
• Monitor and troubleshoot cloud environments to maintain high availability and performance.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and maintain NPPV3 clearance protocols throughout the engagement.

Profile

• Strong hands‑on experience with AWS services and cloud architecture best practices.
• Proven ability to create and manage CloudFormation templates for infrastructure as code.
• Skilled in CI/CD automation, ideally with GitHub Actions.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently in a remote‑first environment.
• Holds NPPV3 clearance (essential) and is comfortable working on sensitive government projects.

Job Offer

• Immediate start on a high‑profile government project with real impact.
• A 3‑month contract with potential for extension.
• Remote‑first working model, with occasional travel to Staffordshire.
• Opportunity to work with modern cloud technologies and automation tools.
• Join a leading consultancy known for innovation and excellence in delivering complex solutions.
• Competitive day rate and a chance to collaborate with top‑tier professionals in cloud engineering.