Senior Cloud Engineer - AWS Specialist

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Cloud Engineer with a specialization in Amazon Web Services (AWS) to join their innovative team in Oxford . This hybrid role offers a flexible working model, blending remote work with essential in-office collaboration, fostering a synergistic and productive environment. You will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and managing scalable, secure, and highly available cloud infrastructure on AWS. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned cloud professional to drive significant projects, contribute to architectural decisions, and mentor junior engineers within a company that is at the forefront of technological advancement. You will play a key role in shaping the future of their cloud strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain robust and scalable infrastructure on AWS using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated application deployment and infrastructure provisioning.
• Ensure the security, reliability, and performance of AWS environments through monitoring, alerting, and optimization.
• Collaborate with development teams to support application deployments and troubleshoot infrastructure-related issues.
• Develop and enforce best practices for cloud governance, cost management, and compliance.
• Lead technical discussions and provide guidance on AWS services and architectural patterns.
• Automate routine operational tasks to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering, with a strong focus on AWS.
• Proven expertise in AWS services such as EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, RDS, Lambda, and CloudFormation/Terraform.
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).
• Strong understanding of networking, security, and monitoring best practices in cloud environments.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-related bonuses.
• Hybrid working model providing flexibility with office presence in Oxford .
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous pension scheme and life assurance.
• Significant opportunities for professional development, certifications, and training.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking work culture.