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# Cloud Engineer

- **Company:** Propel
- **Location:** Leeds, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Amazon Cloudfront, Amazon S3, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Computer Programming, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Integration, Data Security, Database Applications, DevOps, Amazon DynamoDB, Identity and Access Management, PostgreSQL, Systems Development Life Cycle, Data Streaming, Data Storage Technologies, Gitlab, Cloudformation, Data Lakes, Front End Software Development, Api Gateway, NestJS, Serverless Computing, Amazon Redshift
- **Published:** May 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/cloud-engineer-leeds/2774598486-2/

## About the Role

I'm looking to connect with experienced engineers who thrive in cloud-native environments and enjoy building scalable, data-driven applications.

What we're looking for:

5+ years working with AWS services including Aurora, Postgres, Redshift, S3, DynamoDB, CloudFront, SES, API Gateway, Step Functions, EventBridge, and SAM/CloudFormation

Strong SQL programming expertise

Experience with NestJS and modern front-end development (JavaScript, HTML, CSS)

Familiarity with GitLab (or similar) and CI/CD workflows

Proven track record optimizing data storage, retrieval, performance, and cost efficiency

Experience integrating data from APIs, databases, and streaming platforms into centralized systems (data lakes / warehouses)

Hands-on experience with serverless architectures, DevOps practices, containers, and cloud security

Bonus points for:

Advanced knowledge of data security best practices (encryption, IAM, access controls)

Strong collaboration skills across engineering, product, and business teams

Solid understanding of SDLC, testing, and cloud-based delivery

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, working with modern cloud architectures, and contributing to high-impact systems.



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