Cloud Platform Engineer, Data Engineering

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Cloud Platform Engineer to join their Data Engineering team. This role involves deploying and managing cloud resources while collaborating with software teams to ensure seamless delivery. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in public cloud technologies, particularly Google Cloud, and be proficient in Infrastructure as Code using tools like Terraform. This position offers a hybrid work model, allowing flexibility while contributing to exciting cloud initiatives. Join a dynamic environment that values growth and innovation, and make a significant impact on cloud operations.

Qualifications

• Experience with public cloud, preferably Google Cloud.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC), ideally with Terraform.
• Knowledge of GitOps and source code management tools.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, operate, and support cloud resources as an embedded Cloud Platform Engineer.
• Collaborate on cloud adoption strategies and embed best practices.
• Promote engineering excellence through modern practices.

Skills

Public Cloud Experience

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

GitOps

Automation and Scripting

Kubernetes

Docker Management

Networking Awareness

Security Considerations in Cloud

Tools

Terraform

Git

G-Cloud

Bash

Python

Golang

Job description

Who we are looking for

A Cloud Platform Engineer will be embedded within teams responsible for delivering and operating cloud services within Data Engineering.

The next phase of our initiative involves expanding our public cloud capabilities and establishing a seamless operating model. The goal is to leverage rapid delivery and flexibility through a self-serve model while maintaining a strong relationship with the core platform team.

We embed Cloud Platform Engineers within the Data Engineering team to assist in building, operating, and supporting critical cloud products.

We seek someone passionate about working on innovative initiatives who can make an immediate impact by bringing their experience to a dynamic environment. Support and training will be provided to facilitate growth and advancement.

This role is suitable for those with a development background transitioning to cloud technologies or cloud engineers eager to work closely with development teams.

The position qualifies for our hybrid working from home policy.

Preferred Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

• Experience with public cloud, preferably Google Cloud.
• Strong knowledge of core platform components such as Projects, Folders, IAM, and Billing.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC), ideally with Terraform.
• Knowledge of GitOps, with practical experience preferred.
• Proficiency in source code management tools like Git.
• Experience with automation and scripting using tools like G-Cloud, CLI, Bash, Python, and Golang.
• Experience with modern platform stacks such as Kubernetes or GKE, including related technologies like service mesh, ingress, CI/CD, monitoring, and security tools.
• Experience managing Docker images.
• Awareness of networking in public cloud environments.
• Understanding of key security considerations in public cloud operations.

Main Responsibilities

• Deploy, operate, and support cloud resources as an embedded Cloud Platform Engineer within a software team.
• Ensure end-to-end delivery of cloud resources for software initiatives.
• Collaborate with and influence others on cloud adoption strategies.
• Work with the central Cloud Platform Team to embed best practices and standards.
• Provide support and consultancy to stakeholders.
• Promote engineering excellence through modern practices and processes.
• Assist in guiding the evolution of self-serve automation technologies with the central team.

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