Senior Cloud Engineer (Blockchain Infrastructure)

ENODA; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading innovator in energy platforms is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer (Blockchain Infrastructure) in Edinburgh. You will be responsible for designing, deploying, and managing blockchain infrastructure to support energy transition requirements. This full-time role offers a competitive salary, medical insurance, a flexible pension, generous leave, and various perks.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Flexible Pension policy

33 days annual leave

Dental cash-back scheme

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Season travel ticket loan

Enhanced company sick pay

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, etc.),
• Deep understanding of cloud infrastructure and virtualization technologies.
• Proven experience with blockchain protocols (Ethereum, Bitcoin, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing automated deployment pipelines for blockchain nodes.
• Configuring and optimizing node performance, security, and reliability.
• Conducting regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.

Skills

Scripting languages

Blockchain protocols

Network protocols knowledge

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional teamwork

Interest in blockchain technology

Tools

Terraform

GCP

Prometheus

Grafana

Job description

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Senior Cloud Engineer (Blockchain Infrastructure)

Department: Technology

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Edinburgh, Scotland

Compensation: GBP 70,000 - GBP 90,000 / year

Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Cloud Engineer to join our business as we continue to scale.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cloud Engineer to join our Ensemble team. This team is responsible for building a blockchain to fulfil the energy transition requirement within ENODA.

As a key contributor, you will be responsible for the design, deployment, and ongoing management of our blockchain infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of blockchain technology, distributed systems, and cloud infrastructure.

Who we are

Energy is the primary input to everything. Our continued prosperity is dependent on reliable, affordable, clean electricity.

ENODA is an innovator in energy platforms, developing advanced technologies for grid operators and developers that remove constraints to decarbonisation.

Integrated hardware and software solutions slot into existing infrastructure, enabling the grid to become self-balancing and the primary provider of system stability.

We are a mission-driven organisation committed to enabling humanity to prosper on 100% renewable energy. We are averse to introducing bureaucracy and are building a working culture that enables us to achieve our purpose and change the world.

Check out the ENODA YouTube channel to learn more about us.

You'll spend your time:

• Designing and implementing automated deployment pipelines for blockchain nodes across GCP platform
• Configuring and optimizing node performance, security, and reliability
• Monitoring node health and performance metrics, and proactively addressing any issues
• Implementing disaster recovery and business continuity plans for blockchain infrastructure
• Designing and managing the network topology for optimal performance and security
• Implementing robust security measures to protect the blockchain network from attacks
• Conducting regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Staying up-to-date with the latest security best practices and threats
• Automating routine tasks to improve efficiency and reduce human error
• Collaborating with development teams to improve system reliability and performance
• Developing and enforcing standards and policies for blockchain infrastructure management

The key experience we're looking for:

• Strong proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, etc.) and configuration management tools (Terraform, or equivalent)
• Deep understanding of cloud infrastructure (GCP, KMS) and virtualization technologies
• Proven experience with blockchain protocols (Ethereum, Bitcoin, Cosmos, etc.) and consensus mechanisms
• Knowledge of network protocols and security best practices
• Experience with monitoring and alerting tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Loki, etc.)
• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues (latency/network issues)
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• A strong interest in blockchain technology and its potential applications
• A desire to contribute to the growth of the blockchain ecosystem

What we offer:

• Salary: GBP 70K - GBP 90K dependent on skills & experience
• Private Medical Insurance
• Flexible Pension policy tailored to your requirements
• 33 days annual leave + Holiday purchase/sell scheme
• Dental cash-back scheme
• Cycle-to-Work scheme
• Season travel ticket loan
• Enhanced company sick pay & Income Protection
• Life Assurance

This role is based onsite at Quartermile in Edinburgh.