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Posted 3 weeks ago
Platform Engineer
Velocity Talent Ltd
📍 Leeds, GB
Information TechnologyUrgent
Job description
Are you a Security Cleared (SC) Platform Engineer, who thrives at the intersection of robust cloud architecture, cutting-edge API management, and seamless automation?
Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.
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 Youll 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.
Are You the Right Fit?
You have 810 + 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. xwzovoh
Crucial: You hold a current, active SC Clearance.
Please send you CV ASAP to avoid disappointment
SC Platform Engineer (Kong Konnect)
Location - Leeds, UK (3 days onsite, with flexibility for travel to London)
Active SC Clearance MANDATORY
Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.
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 Youll 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.
Are You the Right Fit?
You have 810 + 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. xwzovoh
Crucial: You hold a current, active SC Clearance.
Please send you CV ASAP to avoid disappointment
SC Platform Engineer (Kong Konnect)
Location - Leeds, UK (3 days onsite, with flexibility for travel to London)
Active SC Clearance MANDATORY