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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Platform Engineer - **Company:** Talan - **Location:** UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Continuous Integration, Programming Tools, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Networking Basics, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Web Applications, Web Application Frameworks, Data Logging, ReactJS, Software Security, Reliability of Systems, Fastapi, Webpack, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Bicep, Data Management, Front End Software Development, Terraform, Docker - **Published:** September 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/platform-engineer/talan-consulting-uk-limited-job107999922 ## About the Role * Strong commercial experience developing and supporting Python web applications. * Good understanding of modern front-end development tooling, particularly React and Vite. * Experience with Azure cloud services and cloud-native application deployment. * Hands-on experience with Docker and containerised applications. * Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines. * Strong understanding of Linux systems administration and networking fundamentals. * Knowledge of application security principles and secure software delivery practices. * Experience implementing monitoring, logging, and observability solutions. * Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. * Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Desirable * Experience with FastAPI or similar Python frameworks. * Exposure to AWS alongside Azure. * Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or Bicep. * Experience supporting data platforms, AI, or analytics workloads. * Experience working within consulting, professional services, or client-facing environments. ## Description We are looking for a Platform Engineer to join our growing UK technology team. This role is ideal for a software or platform engineer who enjoys working across application development, cloud infrastructure, automation, and developer tooling. You will play a key role in building and supporting modern Python-based applications while helping development teams improve the way software is delivered, monitored, and maintained. The successful candidate will be based within reasonable travelling distance of London, with occasional travel required to client and Talan offices. The Role As a Platform Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, deploying, and supporting modern application platforms that enable engineering teams to deliver high-quality software efficiently and securely. Working closely with software developers, architects, and delivery teams, you will help establish best practices around cloud infrastructure, CI/CD, observability, security, and application reliability. The role combines hands-on engineering with the opportunity to influence platform standards and development practices across multiple projects. Key Responsibilities * Design, build, and maintain scalable application platforms and deployment environments. * Support and enhance Python-based web applications and services. * Work with modern front-end technologies, including React and Vite. * Develop and improve CI/CD pipelines, automation, and developer tooling. * Implement monitoring, logging, and observability solutions to improve system reliability and performance. * Manage and optimise cloud infrastructure, containerised environments, and platform configurations. * Ensure security and operational best practices are embedded throughout the software delivery lifecycle. * Collaborate with engineering teams to develop reusable patterns, self-service capabilities, and common platform standards. * Troubleshoot and resolve application, infrastructure, and deployment issues. * Contribute to technical discussions, architecture decisions, and continuous improvement initiatives. ## Related Videos - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Back(end) to the Future: Embracing the continuous Evolution of Infrastructure and Code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/440-back-end-to-the-future-embracing-the-continuous-evolution-of-infrastructure-and-code) - [Micro Frontends with Module Federation: Why and How?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/165-micro-frontends-with-module-federation-why-and-how) - [Inside Bitpanda's Tech Stack: Scaling a European Fintech Leader - Markus Dorner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1979-inside-bitpanda-s-tech-stack-scaling-a-european-fintech-leader-markus-dorner) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Fullstack Developer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/251-fullstack-developer-salary-uk) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Frontend Developer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/233-frontend-developer-salary-in-the-uk) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)