Cloud Systems Engineer

Cloud Systems Engineer

Business Area: IT

Place of Work: Liverpool

Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (12 months)

When you join USS , the size and scale of our pension scheme mean you will have numerous opportunities to learn and develop your career. Given our size, you'll have real autonomy and influence as you collaborate closely with a wide-ranging team of experts. Our office is a vibrant place to work, and we offer flexibility through our hybrid model of office and home working.

About the Role

In your role as Cloud Systems Engineer , you will make a meaningful and valued contribution from the outset. This role offers a great opportunity to design, implement and maintain cloud infrastructure and services on Microsoft Azure . You’ll ensure the reliability, scalability and security of cloud environments, supporting business applications and data platforms. You will work closely with the platform, technology architecture, operations and security teams to deliver robust cloud solutions. Please note: This is a 12-month fixed-term contract.

What You Will Be Doing

As a trusted part of the IT team, you will:

• Design and manage Azure infrastructure, including AD, VMs, networking, storage and compliance
• Develop Infrastructure-as-Code using Terraform; automate tasks with PowerShell and Python
• Implement and support Azure Databricks and Microsoft Fabric for data and analytics workloads
• Monitor environments using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics and Application Insights
• Lead technical handovers, mentor teams and ensure smooth transition to support
• Collaborate across teams and projects, ensuring cloud solutions align with business needs
• Contribute to governance, policy updates and the development of new models for deployed technology

About You

We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they don't tick every box. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, then please apply, regardless of whether you meet all the requirements outlined in this profile.

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• Strong experience with Microsoft Azure and core cloud services
• Skills in Azure administration and Infrastructure-as-Code (e.g. Terraform)
• Skills in automation and scripting using PowerShell and Python
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Solid understanding of cloud security principles and governance
• Experience with Azure monitoring and logging tools
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Why Join USS?

At USS, every individual contributes to building a secure financial future for our members and their families. We strive to create a work environment where everyone can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others. We're also committed to helping you build your career by providing development opportunities. We focus on recognising and supporting each individual's unique career path, driving this forward with the support of an engaged and proactive management team. Here at USS, we want you to thrive in and out of work with a friendly team, flexible culture and an excellent range of benefits!

How We Will Reward You

Great starting salary

Generous annual leave package

Access to a high-quality pension scheme provided through Universities Superannuation Scheme

Supportive people policies (including enhanced occupational sickness pay and family-friendly pay)

Financial contributions towards your personal development to help you maintain your physical and mental well-being

Access to a range of health and wellbeing services, i.e. private healthcare, discounted gym membership

Learning and development opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and talent

Employee Volunteer Days to support the communities where you work and live

Cycle to Work Scheme

Our Culture and Values

Our people are what make us different. We work together to create a diverse and inclusive culture that embraces individuality, where people are welcomed and feel comfortable in the knowledge that they can be themselves. Our purpose firmly states the importance of members, putting them ‘front and centre’ of what we do. This is embedded through our values: Integrity Collaboration Excellence

About Us

Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) was established in 1974 as the principal pension scheme for universities and higher education institutions in the UK. We work with around 330 employers to help build a secure financial future for more than 528,000 members and their families. We are one of the largest pension schemes in the UK, with total assets of around £75.5bn (as of 31 March 2023). To find out more, please visit: www.uss.co.uk

USSL is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to ensure our recruitment process is as flexible and inclusive as possible so we can attract diverse candidates and recruit the best talent. We want all candidates to perform at their best during the recruitment process, so if you need any reasonable adjustments or if there is anything we can do to help support you through your recruitment journey, please let us know by contacting: resourcing@uss.co.uk