Platform Engineer (Azure)

LinuxRecruit; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector organization in Greater London is seeking skilled Platform Engineers to enhance digital services using Microsoft Azure. You'll build and optimize infrastructure, debug complex systems, and collaborate with a diverse team committed to innovation and user satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have experience in Terraform and at least one programming language like PowerShell or Python.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Comprehensive flexible benefits package

Collaborative culture promoting diversity

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate proficiency in at least one of PowerShell, C#, or Python.
• Experience with debugging in high-availability environments is preferred.
• Familiarity with configuration management tools, especially Puppet.

Responsibilities

• Build and optimize infrastructure in Azure using Terraform.
• Debug complex multi-server services in production.
• Engage in CI environments and orchestrate automation processes.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Skills

Azure infrastructure optimization

Terraform

Puppet

PowerShell

C#

Python

CI/CD environments

Job description

Accelerate Digital Transformation with cutting-edge Microsoft solutions! Are you ready to play a vital role in shaping the digital future of the UK Government? The UK Government, a leader in digital innovation, is driving towards a more responsive state that prioritizes its people. They are seeking skilled Platform Engineers to join their efforts in building and enhancing digital services using the latest technology. If you thrive on challenges, are quick to adapt, and want to contribute to a passionate community, this is the opportunity for you.

As a key player in the digital landscape, they collaborate with organisations globally, delivering digital solutions tailored to user needs. Pioneering agile custom software development and automated platform deployment, they focus on innovation, competitiveness, and user satisfaction. Joining their Digital Platform Engineering Unit means collaborating with top engineers, pushing the boundaries of technology, and influencing the industry's future.

Responsibilities

• Building and optimizing infrastructure in Azure using Terraform and ARM templates
• Debugging complex, multi-server services in a high-availability production environment
• Utilizing configuration management tools, with a preference for Puppet
• Demonstrating proficiency in at least one of PowerShell, C# or Python
• Engaging in CI environments and orchestrating automation processes with other tools
• Effectively communicating with internal and external stakeholders
• Building out new AKS environments

Benefits

• Opportunities to work on innovative technical solutions
• A collaborative and forward-thinking culture
• A comprehensive flexible benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications
• An inclusive culture promoting diversity and work-life balance

If you're ready to contribute to the UK Public Sector's digital transformation using Microsoft Azure, join their team. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo SC level Security Clearance. Apply now to be part of a team shaping the future of digital solutions.