Platform Engineer - Azure

Michael Page (UK); Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Platform Engineer to work remotely from anywhere in the UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and optimising cloud-based platforms while ensuring stability and security. Key requirements include strong skills in Azure and excellent communication abilities. The role offers 26 days of holiday, a matched pension up to 11%, and additional benefits including time off for volunteering and enhanced parental leave.

Benefits

100% Remote

26 days holiday + BHS

Buy 5 extra days

Enhanced maternity & paternity

Matched pension up to 11%

Health cash plan

Time off to volunteer

Qualifications

• Experience with Azure is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimise cloud-based platforms.
• Ensure platform stability and security through best practices.
• Automate deployment processes to improve efficiency.

Skills

Azure

Strong communication skills

Job description

• Greenfield projects
• Digital transformation

About Our Client

Our client is in the Non for Profit/Charity sector based in the UK and is looking to grow their team with 2 new Platform Engineers. This role is 100% remote based from within the UK and you will be joining a Tech team of 60 and 5 in the Platform team.

Job Description

• Develop, maintain, and optimise cloud-based platforms to support organisational needs.
• Ensure platform stability, scalability, and security through best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies and solutions.
• Automate deployment processes to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Monitor platform performance and troubleshoot technical issues proactively.
• Implement and manage infrastructure as code (IaC) for robust platform management.
• Conduct regular system updates and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Provide technical expertise and support to team members and stakeholders.

The Successful Applicant

Must haves:

• Azure
• Strong communication skills

Nice to haves:

• PCI-DSS
• Cyber Essentials
• Infra as a service (new area they are looking into)
• Azure certifications AZ-104. AZ-305, AZ-500
• Public Sector / Non for profit sector

What's on Offer

• 100% Remote
• 26 days holiday + BHS - rising with service to 30
• Buy 5 extra days
• Enhanced maternity & paternity
• Any extra time off can be taken off in Lieu
• Matched pension up to 11%
• Health cash plan
• Time off to volunteer