AgileGrid Solutions
Senior Cloud Engineer
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
About The Company
Oscar Technology is a renowned technology recruitment agency dedicated to connecting talented professionals with leading organizations across various industries. With a strong focus on innovation and excellence, Oscar Technology strives to deliver tailored staffing solutions that meet the unique needs of both clients and candidates. Our commitment to integrity, transparency, and professionalism has established us as a trusted partner in the tech recruitment landscape. We work with a diverse range of companies, from startups to established enterprises, helping them build high-performing teams that drive digital transformation and business growth.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Cloud Engineer to join our client's dynamic team near Stafford. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a leading Managed Service Provider (MSP) environment, supporting the design, deployment, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in cloud technologies, automation, and infrastructure management, with a passion for delivering scalable, reliable, and secure cloud platforms. As a Senior Cloud Engineer, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including architects and developers, to optimize cloud environments and implement best practices that enhance operational efficiency and security.
Qualifications
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
- Between 1-3 years of hands-on experience working with major cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- A solid understanding of Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates.
- Experience with Linux/Unix or Windows server administration within cloud or virtualized environments.
- Basic knowledge of networking concepts, including VPCs, subnets, routing, firewalls, and VPNs.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation purposes.
- Experience with monitoring and logging tools like CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, or Stackdriver.
- Relevant cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner or Azure Fundamentals are advantageous but not mandatory.
Responsibilities
- Assist in deploying and managing cloud infrastructure across public, private, and hybrid environments, ensuring high availability and security.
- Contribute to infrastructure builds using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation, promoting automation and repeatability.
- Monitor system health, security, performance, and cost metrics using appropriate tools, and implement alerting solutions to proactively address issues.
- Investigate and resolve incidents affecting cloud platforms and services, minimizing downtime and impact on business operations.
- Collaborate with senior engineers and architects to create and maintain reusable infrastructure templates and deployment patterns, fostering consistency and efficiency.
- Develop scripts and automation workflows to reduce manual intervention, accelerate deployment processes, and improve operational workflows.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for infrastructure configurations, support procedures, and runbooks to ensure knowledge sharing and compliance.
- Participate in regular team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the cloud engineering domain.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Benefits
- Competitive salary package ranging from £50,000 to £65,000, commensurate with experience and skills.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, pension contributions, and paid leave.
- Flexible working environment promoting work-life balance and professional development.
- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing training.
- Collaborative and innovative workplace culture supporting employee well-being and engagement.
Equal Opportunity
Our client is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. They do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. They encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location