Cloud Native Engineer (AWS)

Sanderson Government & Defence; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech consultancy in Cheltenham is seeking a Cloud Native Engineer to work on modern cloud-native solutions in the public sector. You will be responsible for designing and building applications using Java, Spring Boot, and React, as well as managing cloud environments with Docker and Kubernetes. Ideal candidates will have experience in microservices and cloud architecture. Active DV clearance is required to apply.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in software engineering with Java and microservices.
• Hands-on with Docker and Kubernetes for platform engineering.
• Understanding of cloud-native architecture design.

Responsibilities

• Design and build cloud-native applications using Java and React.
• Develop microservices, APIs, and event-driven components.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and manage cloud environments.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

APIs

Microservices

React

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

AWS

Azure

Job description

Cloud Native Engineer (Software, DevOps, Architecture) – Software: to £90,000, DevOps: to £100,000, Architect: to £115,000.

About the Opportunity:

Sanderson is partnering with an established tech consultancy hiring Cloud Native Engineers to deliver secure, cloud‑native solutions that modernise public‑sector and national‑security organisations across three specialisms: Software Engineering (Java, full stack, microservices); DevOps / Platform Engineering (Kubernetes, automation, cloud); Solution & Cloud Architecture (distributed systems, event‑driven design). You'll work hands‑on building secure, scalable systems; shaping technical direction; and contributing to a collaborative engineering culture focused on simplicity, resilience, and impact. If you enjoy modern cloud‑native tech, solving meaningful problems, and being part of a growing consultancy shaping its identity – this is the place to do it.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and build cloud‑native applications using Java (Spring Boot) and React
• Develop microservices, APIs, and event‑driven components
• Work with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and distributed data patterns
• Build and maintain secure, automated platforms using Docker, Kubernetes, and IaC
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and delivery automation
• Manage cloud environments (AWS/Azure), observability, and reliability tooling
• Define cloud‑native architectures for secure, high‑impact systems
• Lead decisions around microservices, workflow automation, event‑driven patterns
• Translate complex requirements into scalable, maintainable technical designs

Essential Skills & Experience

Software Engineering

• Strong experience with Java, Spring Boot, APIs, and microservices
• Full‑stack experience with React beneficial

DevOps / Platform Engineering

• Hands‑on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD tooling
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Architecture

• Experience designing distributed systems and cloud‑native architectures
• Understanding of DDD, scalability, resilience, and security best practice

Across all roles:

• Exposure to SQL/NoSQL databases
• Ability to work with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Adaptable, proactive mindset suited to a growing consultancy environment

Security Clearance Requirements

Due to the nature of client work, candidates must hold active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance. Unfortunately, applicants who do not meet this criteria cannot be considered.

Reasonable Adjustments

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

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