Lead Platform Engineer: Secure Cloud, Hybrid & On-Prem

Leonardo UK Ltd; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is looking for a Senior Platform Engineer to lead the delivery of secure platforms. This role involves designing, building, and supporting platforms in various environments. Candidates should have strong technical abilities and experience in cloud platforms and containerisation. The position offers a hybrid working model and a comprehensive benefits package including flexible benefits and mental health support.

Benefits

Generous leave with additional flexi-days

Award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution

Free access to mental health support

Access to online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning

Flexible benefits allowance

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience with delivering and supporting complex platforms.
• Hands-on engineering, technical leadership, and mentoring.
• Ownership of engineering solutions and technical discussions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, build, and support of secure platforms.
• Take ownership of one or more engineering delivery work packages.
• Develop and review system architectures and technical documentation.
• Integrate and test platform components for security compliance.
• Mentor and provide guidance to team members.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to meet solution requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong technical ability with experience of delivering and supporting complex platforms

Ability to balance hands-on engineering with technical leadership

Confidence to take ownership of solutions

Tools

Windows operating systems

Linux operating systems

Cloud platforms (AWS, Google)

Containerisation (Kubernetes, Docker)

Networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, firewalls)

Automation or scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python, Ansible, Terraform)

Cyber security tools

ITIL and service management frameworks

Job description

A leading technology firm is looking for a Senior Platform Engineer to lead the delivery of secure platforms. This role involves designing, building, and supporting platforms in various environments. Candidates should have strong technical abilities and experience in cloud platforms and containerisation. The position offers a hybrid working model and a comprehensive benefits package including flexible benefits and mental health support.