Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (AWS)

My client is seeking a skilled Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to enhance and maintain the hybrid infrastructure that underpins both our internal operations and customer-facing services., * Manage and support hybrid cloud infrastructure across AWS, Azure, and on-premises platforms using Microsoft and/or Linux stacks

• Optimise infrastructure for security, performance, reliability, and cost efficiency
• Collaborate with Engineering teams to strengthen DevOps practices and improve cross-team workflows
• Monitor systems, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to ensure high availability
• Maintain accurate documentation, standards, and operational processes

This is a hands-on technical role requiring strong experience supporting AWS infrastructure, alongside broad expertise in scalable cloud architectures, on-premises infrastructure, and security. A commitment to continual improvement and a passion for automation are essential to success in this role., You are a proactive and technically strong infrastructure engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and working closely with software engineering teams., * Proven experience designing, deploying, and administering AWS infrastructure

• Broad understanding of Microsoft hybrid cloud environments with solid working knowledge of on-premises infrastructure

• High proficiency in at least two of the following:

• Docker (AWS ECS)

• Terraform, Ansible, or AWS CDK

• Nagios

• Windows Server (IIS)

• Linux

• Microsoft SQL Server

• Networking (switching, load balancing, firewalls)

• x86 server hardware

Experience working with commercial software engineering teams using Agile and DevOps practices

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

Experience managing or contributing to complex technical projects

Desirable experience:

• Familiarity with Cloudflare
• Exposure to ISO27001, PCI-DSS, or similar security standards

Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy., Established in 2008, Spectrum IT is a leading Software and Technology specific recruitment agency, providing permanent and contract IT resource for businesses. Our team of around 30 employees are based on the University of Southampton Science Park, a key hub for technology on the South Coast. Who We Can Help Spectrum IT works with a wide cross section of businesses, from start-ups to multinationals. 95% of placements are within Software focused businesses, or where Software is key to the business model. Typically, around 200 different businesses are supported annually, with more than 900 candidates placed. How We Work We bring together talented IT professionals with businesses of all sizes. Our extensive experience can help your business with single hires right through to building large software development project teams of 50+. Regular engagement with the IT community enables us to keep up to date with the ever-changing IT landscape.