Cloud Platform Lead: Azure & AWS Automation

DXC; Manchester, Gloucester, Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology services provider is seeking a Cloud Platform Developer in Manchester to lead the design and delivery of secure cloud solutions. The successful candidate will work with AWS and Azure, utilizing automation and modern platforms. Strong communication skills, experience with CI/CD pipelines, and knowledge of cloud security are essential. This role offers competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and compensation package

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Discounts on tech, travel, groceries

Recognition programmes

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Hands-on experience with AWS and/or Azure; Azure Virtual Desktop is a plus.
• Familiarity with automation and configuration management tools.
• Experience with containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of scripting/coding languages (Python, React, Go preferred).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code.
• Understanding of cloud security, IAM, and authentication frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, build, and delivery of secure cloud solutions.
• Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership to junior developers.
• Implement high-availability, scalable solutions.
• Advise clients on emerging technologies and best practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Hands-on experience with AWS and/or Azure

Familiarity with automation tools

Experience with containerisation

Scripting/coding languages (Python, React, Go)

Experience with CI/CD pipelines

Understanding of cloud security

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Jenkins

Ansible

Job description

A global technology services provider is seeking a Cloud Platform Developer in Manchester to lead the design and delivery of secure cloud solutions. The successful candidate will work with AWS and Azure, utilizing automation and modern platforms. Strong communication skills, experience with CI/CD pipelines, and knowledge of cloud security are essential. This role offers competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a collaborative environment.