Senior Cloud Solutions Engineer (AWS)

Northrop Grumman; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Cloud Engineer to join the Infrastructure Team in Cheltenham, UK. The role involves designing, building, and maintaining AWS and hybrid-cloud systems, while providing opportunities for career development and professional growth. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent, alongside AWS certifications and experience in systems administration and networking. The position offers flexible working schedules and an attractive benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Healthcare, Dental, Life Assurance and Pension

Critical Illness Cover and Health Assessments

Career Development opportunities

Qualifications

• AWS Certified Practitioner or Associate with experience in cloud solutions.
• Experience with Linux and Windows administration in large environments.
• Troubleshooting skills in networking including IPv4, subnetting, and routing.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain AWS and hybrid-cloud systems as part of a team.
• Maintain and troubleshoot IP networking systems for AWS and hybrid-cloud environments.
• Automate deployment, operation, and maintenance using Infrastructure as Code.

Skills

Networking troubleshooting

Automation (Ansible, Bash, PowerShell, Puppet, Python)

AWS solutions

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Tools

AWS

Linux

Windows

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24.06.2025

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Job Description:

Requisition ID: R10139801

Your Opportunity to Define Possible. Our Opportunity to Deliver the Nation’s Security. Together

Role clearance type: You must be able to gain and maintain the highest level of UK Government clearance

About Your Opportunity:

As a critical part of the Infrastructure Team, we support our customers in their journey to refactor, replatform and rehost their mission critical systems into AWS.

We deliver mission value by transforming our customers systems, improving reliability, reducing costs and enabling organisational agility by utilising Infrastructure as Code and DevSecOps techniques.

• Flexible working schedules - we offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Talk to us at the application stage about any scheduling preferences you may have.

Flexible Benefits Package – choose which NGUKL benefits you want to satisfy your personal needs. Core Benefits provided for you are Healthcare, Dental, Life Assurance and Pension. Benefits include Critical Illness Cover, Health Cash Plan, and Health Assessments.

• Employee Incentive Programme – exceptional performance is recognised through our annual incentive programme which is awarded to top performers who excel
• Career Development – opportunity for ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities

Your Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain AWS and hybrid-cloud systems as part of a team
• Administer Linux and Windows operating systems
• Maintain and troubleshoot IP networking systems for AWS and hybrid-cloud environments
• Automate deployment, operation, and maintenance using Infrastructure as Code and Configuration Management tools
• Continuously develop skills and maintain relevant certifications

Your Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
• AWS Certified Practitioner or Associate with experience in cloud solutions
• Experience with Linux and Windows administration in large environments
• Networking troubleshooting skills, including IPv4, subnetting, and routing
• Automation skills using Ansible, Bash, PowerShell, Puppet, or Python

Your Future Team:

Life as a Cloud Engineer involves troubleshooting, designing solutions, and presenting to customers, with a variety of tasks that keep the role engaging and educational.

Our team comprises industry-leading practitioners working across diverse environments and technologies, fostering collaboration and innovation.

We value diversity and inclusivity, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and underrepresented communities, and fostering respectful, safe workplaces.

About Our Responsibilities:

Our customers operate in unique environments offering new challenges daily, providing opportunities for learning and growth. We promote collaboration and value your contributions in a respectful environment.

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