Cloud Platform Engineer

Insight Investment; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in London is searching for a talented Software/Platform Engineer to join their Cloud Platform team. This role offers the chance to work with innovative cloud technologies and contribute to the transformation of internal systems. You will not only enhance your technical skills within the Microsoft ecosystem but also play a crucial role in fostering a culture of growth and collaboration. We encourage problem-solving and participation, empowering you to deliver high-quality solutions in an agile environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Software/Platform Engineer or similar role.
• Familiarity with the Microsoft ecosystem and automation methodologies.
• Knowledge of containerisation and orchestration technologies (K8S, AKS).

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and manage scalable, secure, and adaptable cloud-based systems.
• Develop, test, and deploy automated tools and systems.
• Collaborate in all phases of the software development lifecycle.

Skills

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Tools

Automation Tools

Infrastructure as Code

Containerisation Technologies

Job description

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Division Description:
Our Cloud Platform team is at the heart of a transformation journey, spearheading the adoption of innovative cloud technologies and modern development practices at our organisation. We believe in utilising the full power of the Microsoft ecosystem to reimagine our application estate, evolving toward a service-based architecture in the cloud.

We are passionate about DevOps principles, such as Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD, which allow us to create secure, reliable, and repeatable processes. Leveraging tools that complement our ethos, we are establishing continuous delivery pipelines that streamline our build, test, and deployment phases.
Currently, we are on an exciting journey to scale Agile practices throughout our operations. We envision a future where agility is not just a methodology, but a culture that empowers us to deliver better solutions faster and adapt quickly to the ever-changing technology landscape.

Position Description:
Join a vibrant team of technologists transforming our internal cloud platform, helping define what good looks like. This role is an excellent fit for a confident software engineer with a proven history of building solutions with Microsoft technologies. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for cloud architectures, automation, the power of the Microsoft ecosystem, and talent for finding innovative solutions to complex problems, we would love to hear from you.

In return, you will join a culture fostering personal and professional growth. As a part of our cross-functional team, you will have the unique opportunity to broaden your skill set, learning from our operations specialists while contributing your expertise in software engineering. We encourage knowledge sharing and value the 'cross-pollination' of ideas that comes from diverse team dynamics. With us, you will not only advance your technical skills in the Microsoft ecosystem, but you will also develop a comprehensive understanding of cloud operations. This fusion of skills and perspectives will pave the way for your continuous growth and enhance your potential for career advancement.

Role Responsibilities

• Design, build, and manage scalable, secure, and adaptable cloud-based systems and infrastructure.
• Develop, test, and deploy automated tools and systems to enhance efficiency and remove manual processes where possible.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of platform services that empower development teams to self-serve cloud infrastructure.
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing and deployment, ensuring high-quality solutions.
• Continuously monitor the performance and availability of our systems and processes, making necessary adjustments for optimisation.
• Encourage a culture of innovation and learning, actively participating in knowledge sharing with your team members.
• Take part in on-call rotations for operational support, demonstrating problem-solving skills to address and resolve issues promptly and effectively.


Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Software/Platform Engineer or similar role.
• Demonstrated experience with the Microsoft ecosystem
• Familiarity with automation tools and methodologies
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code (IAC) principles
• Knowledge of containerisation and orchestration technologies (K8S, AKS).
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a detail-oriented mindset
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A commitment to collaborative problem solving, sophisticated design, and creating quality products with a strong emphasis on 'Secure by Design' principles


Insight Investment is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.