Senior Cloud Engineer

A leading organisation at the forefront of defence and technology is looking for a Senior Cloud Engineer to help deliver secure, scalable cloud solutions that support some of the UK's most critical projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to combine hands-on engineering with technical leadership, working on complex programmes that make a real impact.

Role Overview

• Location: Malvern (Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office)
• Package: £75,000 - £80,000 + comprehensive benefits
• Security Clearance: SC Cleared or Eligible with UK Eyes Only
• Industry: Defence Technology

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the design and delivery of secure cloud solutions across a range of customer projects.
• Provide technical leadership to engineering teams, mentoring junior engineers and supporting their development.
• Work closely with project managers to successfully deliver cloud programmes from concept through to completion.
• Contribute to technical proposals and bid activities for future projects.
• Produce high-quality technical documentation, including solution designs, delivery plans and testing strategies.
• Build scalable cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code.
• Apply emerging technologies and industry best practice to solve complex customer challenges.
• Engage confidently with both technical teams and senior stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Main Skills Needed

• Strong commercial experience designing and delivering solutions within AWS.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform.
• Proven experience leading or mentoring technical engineering teams.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience delivering cloud projects in Agile environments.
• End-to-end cloud solution delivery experience.
• SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain SC Clearance (UK Eyes Only).

What's in It for You

• Hybrid working with a balance of office and home-based flexibility.
• The opportunity to work on innovative, mission-critical cloud and defence programmes.
• A collaborative environment where knowledge sharing and career development are actively encouraged.
• Matched pension contributions with life assurance.
• Generous annual leave, with the option to buy additional holiday.
• Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance options.
• Employee discounts across travel, entertainment, retail and more.
• Paid volunteering opportunities to support charities and local communities.
• An inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are valued and professional growth is supported.

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