Senior AWS Cloud Engineer

Experis - ManpowerGroup; Malvern; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer in Malvern, requiring extensive experience with AWS cloud services and Infrastructure as Code. This role involves deploying cloud infrastructures, collaborating on software solutions, and ensuring compliance with security protocols. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills and relevant certifications. This is an opportunity to work on innovative cloud projects in a supportive environment, with a contract duration of 6 months and a competitive rate of £660-£700 per day.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with AWS cloud services.
• Proven expertise in Infrastructure as Code using Terraform.
• Strong scripting skills in Python or Shell.
• Experience leading technical teams.
• Knowledge of Agile and DevOps practices.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support deployment and implementation of cloud infrastructures.
• Drive continuous improvement of operational practices.
• Collaborate across teams to develop software solutions.
• Support bid and pre-sales activities.
• Ensure compliance with security protocols.
• Monitor performance and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

AWS cloud services (VPCs, Subnets, IAM, Lambda, S3, RDS, CloudWatch)

Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)

Scripting skills (Python or Shell)

Agile methodologies

DevOps practices

Systems security

Leadership in technical teams

Excellent communication skills

Education

Relevant certifications (AWS, ITIL)

Tools

Terraform

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Title: SC Cleared Senior Cloud Engineer (AWS)
Location: Malvern 2days per week
Duration: 6 months with possible extension
Rate: £660-£700 based on experience and via an approved umbrella company
Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC Clearance process

Our client, a reputable organisation, is hiring for a Senior Cloud Engineer to join their dynamic Delivery Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cloud infrastructure deployment, development, and management, supporting the lifecycle of cloud services through automation, security, and scalability.

What you'll be doing:

• Support deployment, testing, and implementation of cloud-based infrastructures and services
• Drive continuous improvement of operational patterns and practices
• Collaborate across teams to develop robust, scalable software solutions
• Support bid and pre-sales activities, including architecture, design, and costing
• Ensure compliance with change management and security protocols
• Maintain documentation, monitor performance, and troubleshoot escalated issues
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative environment that promotes learning and innovation

What you'll bring:

• Extensive experience working with AWS cloud services such as VPCs, Subnets, IAM, Lambda, S3, RDS, and CloudWatch
• Proven expertise in Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and CLI management
• Strong scripting skills in Python or Shell
• Experience leading technical teams and managing project delivery
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and systems security
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present solutions confidently to stakeholders
• Relevant certifications (AWS, ITIL, etc.) are desirable
• Background in Linux administration and familiarity with container orchestration tools like Kubernetes is a plus

This role offers a fantastic chance to contribute to innovative cloud projects within a supportive environment. If you're ready to make an impact and meet the criteria, we encourage you to apply today!