Lead AWS Platform Engineer
Posted Today by TXP
£500 Per day
Inside
Remote
England, UK
Summary: We are seeking an experienced Lead AWS Platform Engineer for a high-profile government project, focusing on the design, implementation, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines. The role requires expertise in AWS and automation to ensure secure and efficient service delivery. This position is remote and requires SC clearance. The contract is initially for 3 months with a likely extension after the new financial year.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and maintenance of AWS-based platforms.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions.
- Automate operational tasks using Scripting languages.
- Design and maintain production software delivery pipelines using CI/CD tools.
- Implement Infrastructure as Code for consistent and repeatable deployments.
Key Skills:
- Strong experience with AWS cloud platforms.
- Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code tools (eg, Terraform, CloudFormation).
- Demonstrable experience in automation using Scripting languages (eg, Python, Bash).
- Hands-on experience with configuration tools such as GitHub and Jenkins.
- Proven track record in creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
- Ability to work collaboratively and drive continuous learning and improvement.
Salary (Rate): £500 per day
City: undetermined
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Lead AWS Platform Engineer
Rate: £450-£500 per day (Inside IR35)
Contract: 3 months initially (likely extension after new financial year)
Location: Remote
Clearance: SC Cleared Required
We are seeking an experienced Lead AWS Platform Engineer to join a high-profile government project. You will play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring secure and efficient delivery of services.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the development and maintenance of AWS-based platforms.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions.
- Automate operational tasks using Scripting languages.
- Design and maintain production software delivery pipelines using CI/CD tools.
- Implement Infrastructure as Code for consistent and repeatable deployments.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Strong experience with AWS cloud platforms.
- Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code tools (eg, Terraform, CloudFormation).
- Demonstrable experience in automation using Scripting languages (eg, Python, Bash).
- Hands-on experience with configuration tools such as GitHub and Jenkins.
- Proven track record in creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
- Ability to work collaboratively and drive continuous learning and improvement.
