Lead Cloud Engineer (DevOps)

TL;DR

Lead Cloud Engineer (DevOps): Designing and maintaining scalable cloud-native infrastructure for diverse client projects with an accent on automation, IaC, and CI/CD pipeline management. Focus on building secure distributed systems, mentoring engineering teams, and implementing modern DevOps practices across AWS, Azure, or GCP.

Location: Must be based in or able to commute to Leeds, UK (Hybrid: 2 days per week in office)

Salary: £80,000–£100,000 per annum

Company

A modern technology consultancy focused on delivering impactful cloud-native solutions and engineering excellence.

What you will do

• Design and maintain secure, scalable cloud infrastructure on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code using Terraform to automate provisioning.
• Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps.
• Support the operation of distributed systems to ensure high reliability and performance.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to cross-functional teams.
• Promote cloud-native best practices and modern DevOps tooling.

Requirements

• Must be based in or able to commute to Leeds, UK
• Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code, specifically Terraform.
• Practical programming experience in Python, Go, or JavaScript.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools like Kubernetes or ECS.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder collaboration skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with AI-assisted coding tools or agentic AI.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive healthcare package.
• Hybrid working model supporting work-life balance.
• Access to professional development pathways and training.
• Opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies across diverse industries.
• Supportive environment focused on long-term career growth.