Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (Contract – Inside IR35) - Fully remote

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to join a strategic cloud program. This hands-on role involves delivering secure, automated cloud environments for business-critical applications. You will leverage your expertise in AWS, Terraform, and Ansible to implement infrastructure-as-code and support application deployments. Join a mature team during a critical phase of delivery, where you will have the autonomy to influence technical decisions and contribute to innovative solutions. If you thrive in a remote setup and have a background in insurance or financial services, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Proven track record using Terraform and Ansible for IAC and automation.
• Experience building and managing environments based on architectural designs.

Responsibilities

• Translate high-level architecture into working AWS infrastructure environments.
• Build environments based on HLDs, aligning with architectural standards.
• Collaborate with Architects, Security, and other engineering teams.

Skills

AWS Cloud Infrastructure

Terraform

Ansible

Infrastructure Administration (Snowflake, SQL Server)

Windows Server

Active Directory

Middleware or Application Integration

Insurance or Financial Services Background

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Snowflake

SQL Server

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Location:

bolton, greater manchester, United Kingdom

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EU work permit required:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Client: Leading Insurance Company

Rate: Please discuss (Inside IR35)

Location: Remote (UK-based only)

Overview:

We are hiring an experienced Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to join a major infrastructure programme for a leading insurance client. You'll play a key role in delivering secure, automated cloud environments that support business-critical applications. This is a hands-on, delivery-oriented role requiring deep expertise in AWS, infrastructure automation, and enterprise application support. You will be stepping in to support continuity during a period of contractor transition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Translate high-level architecture into working AWS infrastructure environments
• Build environments based on HLDs, aligning with architectural standards and patterns
• Use Terraform and Ansible to implement infrastructure-as-code and automate application/service deployments
• Support promotion of releases across environments through to production
• Administer and maintain Snowflake and SQL Server from an infrastructure/operations perspective
• Ensure environments are built securely and aligned with DevOps and cloud best practices
• Collaborate with Architects, Security, and other engineering teams to ensure consistent and compliant infrastructure delivery
• Contribute to the installation and automation of applications/services
• Apply working knowledge of Windows Server and Active Directory to support hybrid environments

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong hands-on experience with AWS cloud infrastructure (essential)
• Proven track record using Terraform and Ansible for IAC and automation
• Infrastructure administration of Snowflake and SQL Server
• Experience building and managing environments based on architectural designs
• Familiarity with secure, enterprise-grade environments (no direct production access, role separation, etc.)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft technologies, particularly Windows Server and Active Directory
• Ability to deliver under pressure with minimal oversight in a fully remote setup
• Background in insurance or financial services
• Exposure to middleware or application integration projects
• Understanding of front-end application delivery pipelines

Why Apply?

• Work remotely on a strategic cloud programme with a leading insurer
• High-impact contract with autonomy and technical influence
• Join a skilled, mature team at a critical phase of delivery

Note: This role is Inside IR35 and requires engagement via an approved umbrella company.