Senior Cloud-Native Engineer - AWS & Kubernetes Lead

Capgemini; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Capgemini is seeking a senior AWS-focused engineer to design, build, and deliver cloud-native solutions for enterprise clients in the UK. You will drive modern software engineering practices, manage scalable infrastructure, and mentor engineers across cross-functional teams.

Join Capgemini's hybrid work model across offices, client sites, and home. You will pursue AWS certifications with training support, contributing to a culture of continuous learning and delivery excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS preferred), alongside knowledge of cloud-native application development.
• Proficiency in Kubernetes and managing containerised applications at scale.
• Strong foundation in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or CloudFormation).
• Application development skills with Java, Go, or Python.
• DevOps mindset with practical experience in continuous delivery, GitOps, and Agile/SCRUM.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills to manage client relationships effectively.
• AWS certification as a bonus; proactive about pursuing it or on the path to certification.

Responsibilities

• Drive cloud-native solutions by leveraging AWS services, DevOps principles, and modern software engineering practices.
• Build and manage robust, scalable infrastructure and serverless architectures using Infrastructure as Code, Kubernetes, and AWS serverless technologies.
• Foster continuous improvement by embracing Agile and SCRUM methodologies and facilitating stakeholder engagement to ensure alignment on project goals.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to team members, contributing to skill-building initiatives and promoting an environment of growth and learning.

Skills

AWS

Kubernetes

Terraform

CloudFormation

Java

Go

Python

DevOps

Communication

AWS Certification

Job description

Capgemini is seeking a senior AWS-focused engineer to design, build, and deliver cloud-native solutions for enterprise clients in the UK. You will drive modern software engineering practices, manage scalable infrastructure, and mentor engineers across cross-functional teams.

Join Capgemini's hybrid work model across offices, client sites, and home. You will pursue AWS certifications with training support, contributing to a culture of continuous learning and delivery excellence.