Platform Engineer

Velocity Talent Ltd
Leeds, United Kingdom
yesterday

Role details

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

Job location

Leeds, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Cloud Computing
Cloud Engineering
Computer Networks
Continuous Integration
Software Debugging
DNS
Github
Groovy
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Python
Linux Commands
Networking Basics
Routing
Transport Layer Security
Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Cloudformation
SC Clearance
Cloudflare
Api Gateway
Terraform
Api Management
Docker
Jenkins

Job description

We are looking for a heavyweight Senior Platform Engineer to design, build, and optimise enterprise cloud solutions. This isn't just a maintenance role; you will actively feed engineering insights directly into the wider Strategy & Architecture teams to shape the technical direction of the organization.

The Tech Stack & Toolkit

  • API Management: Strong, deep expertise with the Kong Konnect API Platform is essential.
  • Cloud & Containers: Advanced AWS ecosystem knowledge (EC2, NLB, API Gateway, ASG) combined with Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Hands-on CloudFormation (scripting, troubleshooting, and debugging) or Terraform.
  • CI/CD & Automation: Jenkins (multibranch, Groovy scripting) and GitHub Actions.
  • Configuration & Scripting: Python, Chef, and strong Linux command-line troubleshooting.
  • Networking Fundamentals: A rock-solid understanding of DNS, TLS, routing, VPNs, and edge platforms like Cloudflare.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Architect & Optimize: Design, build, and maintain highly efficient, reusable, and reliable AWS platform solutions.
  • Drive Automation: Implement advanced CI/CD frameworks to ensure secure, rapid deployments.
  • Collaborate & Influence: Work closely with cross-functional product teams (designers, PMs, analysts) and bridge the gap between development and infrastructure.
  • Document & Standardize: Author clear procedures and policies to future-proof system infrastructure.

Requirements

Are you a Security Cleared - (SC) Platform Engineer, who thrives at the intersection of robust cloud architecture, cutting-edge API management, and seamless automation?, * You have 8-10 + years of engineering experience, with a proven track record as a Senior Platform Engineer.

  • You are an expert communicator who can collaborate seamlessly with both developers and product teams.
  • You are based in or commutable to Leeds (3 days a week in office) and are open to occasional travel to London.
  • Crucial: You hold a current, active SC Clearance.

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