Senior Cloud Engineer

Steadman Dyson Structural Engineers; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days’ annual leave

Discretionary bonus scheme

Defined Contribution Pension

Permanent Health Insurance

Group Life Assurance

Flexible Benefits allowance

Job summary

Samsung SDS in the United Kingdom is recruiting a Senior Cloud Engineer to join the Cloud Service Group. You will help manage cloud infrastructure for reliability, security, and high availability, while driving automation and AI adoption.

You’ll act as technical lead and support junior engineers, aligning with business needs across the region. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to shape cloud service strategy, improve processes, and push for continuous improvement in how we deliver cloud

Qualifications

• Degree in Computing or equivalent required.
• 5–10 years of senior cloud engineering experience.
• Certifications (AWS, Azure, Windows, Linux, Terraform) are a plus.
• Experience in medium to large organisations.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, support, troubleshoot, and maintain cloud infrastructure.
• Lead Windows-based cloud environments and security.
• Drive automation and AI adoption across platforms.
• Mentor engineers and shape the cloud service strategy.
• Collaborate with business teams to meet customer needs.
• Support cross-region cloud services delivery.

Skills

Windows Server

Cloud platforms

Automation / scripting

Networking concepts

Linux administration

PowerShell

Education

Degree in Computing (BSc Hons) or equivalent

Tools

vSphere

Hyper-V

Azure

AWS

Citrix

IIS

Job description

Job Title Senior Cloud Engineer Department Cloud Service Group Time Type Full time

Role Summary

The Senior Cloud Engineer will join the Cloud Service Group, providing technical support across Samsung SDSE’s cloud infrastructure. The role focuses on improving cloud platforms to keep them reliable, secure, and highly available, while finding ways to make processes more efficient. As a technical lead, you’ll help shape the group’s strategy, drive automation and AI adoption, and support the development of junior team members. You’ll also work closely with the business to understand customer needs and find better ways to deliver cloud services across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Deployment, support, troubleshooting, and maintenance of operating systems across cloud infrastructure.
• Core area of responsibility windows systems.
• Maintain and drive security and operational standards across the environment.
• Seek to be a leader in the evolution of the VDI platform and the associated complexities in supporting such a platform.
• Collaborate with support teams, senior management and developers to drive greater efficiencies utilizing automation or in some instances AI automation.
• Contribute to the strategy of the cloud service group, through subject matter expertise and enhancing/shaping the offering to the customer.
• Seek to mentor existing engineers and support a culture focused on continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate a business focused mindset and a willingness to step outside of defined boundaries.

Requirements

• Education & Experience Degree in Computing (BSc Hons) or equivalent.
• 5-10 years of relevant experience in senior cloud engineering within medium to large organisations.
• Relevant certifications (AWS, Azure, Windows, Linux, Terraform, architecture or project management) are an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Strong Windows Server administration, including build, support, lifecycle management, failover clustering, network teaming, Active Directory/DNS, WSUS, IIS and security hardening.
• Experience with virtualisation technologies (vSphere, Hyper-V) and hyperscale cloud environments, preferably Azure or AWS.
• Knowledge of IP networking, including routing, firewalls and load balancers.
• Experience supporting Linux platforms.
• Working knowledge of MS SQL and databases.
• Experience with SAN/storage technologies and VDI (Citrix is an advantage).
• Basic scripting and automation skills; PowerShell experience is beneficial.

Core Competencies

• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Team player with the ability to set technical standards, mentor others and lead by example.
• Customer-focused, with the ability to influence decisions and adapt to different cultures.
• Sound technical judgement and the ability to work under pressure.
• Flexibility to work overtime during peak periods.

Additional Requirements

• Full UK driving licence and access to a personal vehicle for emergency call-outs.
• Eligibility to work in the UK or a valid work permit.

Benefits

• 25 days’ annual leave
• Discretionary performance based bonus scheme linked to individual, team and company performance (following successful completion of probation period)
• Defined Contribution Pension (up to 4% employee, up to 8.5% employer)
• Permanent Health Insurance
• Group Life Assurance
• Flexible Benefits allowance of £660 per annum (following successful completion of probation period), e.g. dental insurance, healthcare cash plan, holiday buy/sell, gymflex, travel insurance etc.

What We Offer

Powering the World’s Logistics! Samsung SDS, an IT & Logistics service provider, was established in 1985. As Korea’s no.1 IT service provider the company accelerates digital innovation in logistics. Since the start, Samsung SDS has been one of the fastest growing logistics service providers in the world, with a strong focus on innovative logistics solutions in warehousing, distribution and freight forwarding. Samsung SDS transforms logistics with Cello and Cello Square, our cutting-edge logistics IT platforms. Delivering global, end-to-end logistics services for seamless and resilient supply chains with full visibility. Samsung SDS has a turnover of around USD 5.5 billion (2024) and is active in 36 countries, with 56 locations. For more information: Web: www.samsungsds.com, www.cello-square.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/91179194/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/samsungsdsglobal

Join Us

Looking for your next career step in logistics and technology? At Samsung SDS, you’ll work in an international environment focused on innovation and collaboration. We offer opportunities for growth, development, and meaningful work.

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