Systems Engineer (AWS)

TL;DR

Systems Engineer (AWS): Maintaining, supporting, and automating the infrastructure for the hirify.global News Planning technology estate with an accent on cloud-based systems and CI/CD pipelines. Focus on designing, troubleshooting, and integrating complex environments to support thousands of journalists.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from Birmingham, UK (Hybrid)

Salary: £41,000 - £51,000

Company

The hirify.global is a global public service broadcaster committed to informing, educating, and entertaining audiences through innovative technology and content.

What you will do

• Support and maintain AWS infrastructure for news planning systems.
• Manage end-to-end operations, monitoring, and troubleshooting of development, test, and live environments.
• Contribute to the design, specification, and installation of system environments.
• Automate repetitive tasks to improve system efficiency and reliability.
• Integrate internal and external systems to support newsroom workflows.

Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the UK.
• Experience in configuration, administration, and maintenance of cloud-based business-critical systems.
• Proficiency in AWS CLI, PowerShell, Bash, and Python.
• Knowledge of database administration, specifically MS SQL and SSMS.
• Strong background in systems integration and automation.
• Ability to provide 3rd/4th level support and write clear technical documentation.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible 35-hour working week with hybrid working options.
• 25 days annual leave plus the option to purchase 5 additional days.
• Defined pension scheme and competitive salary package.
• Discounted dental, healthcare, and gym memberships.
• Commitment to professional development and an inclusive, values-based work environment.