Senior Software Engineer - Cloud
- cambridge, cambridgeshire, CB2 1GA, United Kingdom
- Full time
- Remote
- £85,000 - £85,000 Per Annum
Job Description
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Software Engineer with expertise in cloud technologies to join their pioneering team on a fully remote basis, based near Cambridge . You will play a critical role in designing, building, and maintaining scalable, resilient, and high-performance cloud-native applications and infrastructure. This position requires a deep understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and cloud best practices to support the company's ambitious growth and technological advancements. You'll work in a collaborative environment focused on pushing the boundaries of technology.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deploy robust, scalable cloud-native applications and services on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Implement and manage infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
- Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate application deployment and testing processes.
- Optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, cost-efficiency, and security.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to troubleshoot issues, identify performance bottlenecks, and implement solutions.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in software engineering, with a significant focus on cloud computing .
- Proficiency with one or more cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their associated services.
- Strong experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes.
- Expertise in programming languages commonly used in cloud environments (e.g., Python, Go, Java).
- Solid understanding of microservices architecture, distributed systems, and CI/CD practices.
Benefits
- A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Full-time, remote working arrangement, enabling work from anywhere within relevant time zones.
- Private medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous opportunities for professional development, training, and conference attendance.
- A forward-thinking and collaborative work culture that encourages innovation and technical excellence.


