Cloud Platform Engineer

Compare the Market; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services platform in the UK is seeking a Cloud Platform Engineer to take charge of its Kubernetes infrastructure. The role involves building solutions in an agile team, providing technical guidance, and driving efficiencies with cloud services. Candidates should have strategic thinking and deep knowledge of cloud practices, including AWS. Join a company that values performance and innovation in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in designing and administering cloud infrastructure.
• Deep understanding of Kubernetes and AWS cloud.
• Self-motivated with leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and own solutions in an agile product team.
• Influence design and cost management of Kubernetes infrastructure.
• Mentor team members.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Kubernetes knowledge

Scripting/programming

Leadership

Customer-focused

Tools

GitLab

Terraform

Job description

Cloud Platform Engineer

Company: Compare the Market

Location: London, Peterborough

Salary: £51,225 per year (estimated)

Job type: NEW

Function: Technology

Curious about what's next? So are we. Join Compare the Market and help to make financial decision making a breeze for millions.

At Compare the Market, we're a purpose-driven business powered by tech and AI. We're building high-performing, results-driven teams with the skills, mindset, and ambition to deliver outcomes at pace. Every role here plays a part in driving our mission forward, and we create an environment where you can bring your authentic self, grow a truly characterful career, and see the direct impact of your work on the lives of our customers.

We've carved a meerkat-shaped niche and we're looking for ambitious, curious thinkers who thrive in a fast-moving, high-impact environment. If you love accountability, embrace challenge, and want to make a real difference, you'll fit right in.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Build, run, and own first-class solutions in an agile product team
• Influence the design, security, and cost management of CTM's Kubernetes infrastructure
• Work across CTM product teams providing technical direction on the deployment of their products and services
• Drive efficiencies and value from the CTM Kubernetes infrastructure, exploiting existing and emerging technology to deliver value for our customers
• Share your success within CTM, regularly contributing to a wider audience than your immediate peers
• Take opportunities to mentor other members of the team

What We’re Looking For

• Demonstrated experience of strategic thinking in the design and administration of cloud infrastructure, leveraging deep and broad knowledge of cloud services, DevOps culture, and Agile methodologies
• Deep knowledge of Kubernetes and associated tooling, and a deep understanding of the AWS cloud
• Able to write and understand a number of scripting/programming languages
• Self-motivated, natural leader and motivator
• Customer-focused

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of ACK, GitLab, and Terraform

Why Compare the Market?

We're a business built for pace and performance. Here, you'll be encouraged to think differently, act boldly, and deliver brilliantly in a culture that values results and rewards progress. We believe diverse teams make better decisions, and we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, contribute, and thrive.

If you're ready to stretch yourself, raise the bar, and grow with a team that's serious about performance, innovation, and purpose, we'd love to hear from you.