Senior Cloud Engineer

Manchester Metropolitan University; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Manchester Metropolitan University as a Senior Cloud (Azure) Engineer and lead technical initiatives within a collaborative team. In this pivotal role, you will manage and optimize the Azure platform while influencing cloud strategy to ensure compliance with best practices. If you're passionate about cloud technologies and want to contribute to a dynamic environment, apply now to be part of our digital transformation journey.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing, deploying, and managing Azure infrastructure.
• Strong expertise with core Azure services.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code and automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Take technical ownership of Microsoft's Azure platform.
• Develop secure and scalable infrastructure-as-code.
• Monitor performance and security for continuous improvement.

Skills

Azure Virtual Network

Azure Compute

Azure Storage

Azure Monitor

Azure Identity & Access Management

Infrastructure as Code

Cloud security

Cost management

Collaboration

Tools

Bicep

ARM

Terraform

PowerShell

Azure CLI

Job description

Manchester Metropolitan University is expanding its cloud capability to support the delivery of secure, scalable, and resilient digital services across the institution. As the University increases its reliance on cloud technologies to support business operations and research, we are seeking a Senior Cloud (Azure) Engineer to take a technical lead role in the ongoing development and operational management of our Microsoft Azure platform.

This is a key opportunity to influence and shape the University's cloud platform strategy, ensuring our Azure environment is aligned to best practice, delivers value for money, and supports a wide range of service and infrastructure requirements across the University.

About the Role

As Senior Cloud (Azure) Engineer, you will:

• Take technical ownership of the University's Microsoft Azure platform, leading on configuration, management, and optimisation.
• Develop and maintain secure, scalable landing zones and associated infrastructure-as-code to support enterprise workloads.
• Work collaboratively with technical teams, project managers, and solution architects to deliver resilient and cost-effective cloud infrastructure aligned with University strategy.
• Monitor platform performance, security, and usage, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and automation.
• Lead on the implementation of governance, tagging, policy, and access control models to support robust cloud management.
• Provide expert support and mentoring to other technical staff working on or with cloud-hosted services.

About you

You will bring:

• Proven experience in designing, deploying, and managing cloud infrastructure using Microsoft Azure services.
• Strong hands-on expertise with core Azure services such as Azure Virtual Network, Azure Compute, Azure Storage, Azure Monitor, and Azure Identity & Access Management (IAM).
• Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Bicep, ARM, Terraform) and automation tools such as PowerShell or Azure CLI.
• A deep understanding of cloud security, governance, and cost management principles.
• The ability to influence and collaborate effectively with a wide range of technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A commitment to continuous learning and improving cloud service delivery in line with evolving best practices and organisational needs.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity and benefits we offer, please read the JD provided below.

If you're passionate about cloud engineering, Azure platform management, and enabling innovation through modern technology, we'd love to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

Manchester Metropolitan University is significantly advancing its digital infrastructure, with cloud technology at the heart of this transformation. This is an exciting opportunity to join at a pivotal time and play a leading role in shaping the future of our Azure platform. You'll be part of a skilled, collaborative, and forward-thinking team, focused on delivering secure, scalable, and innovative cloud solutions that support the University's strategic goals.

Apply Now

• To apply, please submit your latest CV with a cover letter detailing your suitability, on the portal. To have an informal chat about the role, please contact Dan Robinson at [e-mail]
• Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we sometimes close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role.

We believe in working together, sharing knowledge and valuing everyone's contributions. Develop your skills, further your knowledge and be part of a team who are transforming lives, every single day!

Find out more about our ITD team and apply by following the link IT and Digital opportunities at Manchester Met | Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from local and international communities, particularly those from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.

Recruitment Agencies: The University has engaged an approved list of recruitment agencies to support the recruitment of its vacancies from time to time. The University does not accept speculative applications from recruitment agencies outside of this list