Cloud Automation Engineer

Anaplan
Manchester, United Kingdom
10 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English

Job location

Manchester, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure
Bash
Unix
Cloud Computing
Cloud Engineering
Configuration Management
Continuous Integration
Python
Networking Basics
Ansible
Prometheus
Anaplan
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Grafana
Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
GIT
Containerization
Kubernetes
Information Technology
Hashicorp
Operational Systems
REST
Terraform
Software Version Control
Docker
Jenkins

Job description

We are looking for a Cloud Automation Engineer to join our growing team at Anaplan UK as part of the Foundation Engineering team. You'll be working in a global environment, supporting the development and maintenance of our hybrid multi-cloud infrastructure.

This role is ideal for someone eager to grow their cloud automation skills while working on meaningful projects. You'll work closely with experienced engineers, learning best practices in cloud architecture, automation, and infrastructure management.

What you will do:

  • Support the design and implementation of scalable and secure infrastructure in a hybrid, multi-cloud environment (AWS/GCP/Azure).

  • Assist in managing infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform and Docker.

  • Develop and maintain configuration code with a focus on reusability and scalability.

  • Participate in the automation of testing and deployment of infrastructure.

  • Collaborate with Platform Engineering and other teams to ensure infrastructure meets scalability and resilience requirements.

  • Learn and contribute to cloud architecture best practices.

  • Help identify opportunities to optimize cloud resource usage and improve efficiency.

Requirements

Do you have experience in UNIX?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Experience with scripting languages such as Python or Bash.

  • Familiarity with version control systems like Git.

  • Basic understanding of automation tools such as Terraform.

  • Working knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems and basic networking concepts.

  • Interest in working with public cloud providers (AWS, GCP, or Azure).

  • Experience with or willingness to learn about REST APIs and automation pipelines.

  • BSc degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred Experience (Nice to have):

  • Hands-on experience with public cloud platforms (AWS, GCP or Azure).

  • Exposure to monitoring tools like Grafana or Prometheus.

  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins).

  • Basic knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

  • Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef).

  • Interest in tools like HashiCorp Packer, Vault, or Terraform Cloud.

This is a great opportunity to develop your cloud automation skills in a supportive environment while working on impactful projects at scale. If you're eager to learn and ready to dive into cloud technologies, we'd love to hear from you!

About the company

At Anaplan, we are a team of innovators focused on optimizing business decision-making through our leading AI-infused scenario planning and analysis platform so our customers can outpace their competition and the market. What unites Anaplanners across teams and geographies is our collective commitment to our customers' success and to our Winning Culture. Our customers rank among the who's who in the Fortune 50. Coca-Cola, LinkedIn, Adobe, LVMH and Bayer are just a few of the 2,400+ global companies who rely on our best-in-class platform. Our Winning Culture is the engine that drives our teams of innovators. We champion diversity of thought and ideas, we behave like leaders regardless of title, we are committed to achieving ambitious goals, and we love celebrating our wins - big and small. Supported by operating principles of being strategy-led, values-based and disciplined in execution, you'll be inspired, connected, developed and rewarded here. Everything that makes you unique is welcome; join us and let's build what's next - together! Here at Anaplan, we have reinvented how companies see, plan, and run their businesses. Our platform allows our customers to uncover new insights, connect their strategy to their plans, and work in ways they had not previously thought possible. We're growing fast, constantly innovating, and couldn't be prouder to help our customers move forward with confidence in a sophisticated and changing world. We are looking for forward-thinking people who bend over backward to put customers first. Individuals who thrive on challenge and are ready to grasp the opportunity of a lifetime. Because we fundamentally believe every colleague brings unique value to our whole. We are a workplace where each person feels seen, heard, and valued, and can contribute their unique talent to our collective effort. We believe that for ourselves and for our customers.

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