Head of DevOps

Head of Platform Engineering

Once a month visit to Manchester office for a strategy meeting with the board.

We are partnered with a global Fintech business that is focused on expanding its UK team, with offices in America and the Manchester area.

As the company undergoes a significant growth phase, we are seeking a Head of Platform Engineering who will play a pivotal role in designing, managing, and scaling our SaaS service cloud infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and reliable cloud infrastructure solutions.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive cloud strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Evaluate and integrate appropriate cloud services and technologies.
• Implement best practices for cloud security, monitoring, and cost management.
• Collaborate with development teams to optimize applications for the cloud environment.
• Stay updated on cloud & DevOps trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.
• Mentor and lead a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or Platform Engineering.
• Proven leadership experience in managing and scaling cloud infrastructure.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Azure.
• Experience with Linux (preferably Redhat, but other distributions are acceptable).
• Solid understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IAC) using Terraform.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Knowledge of network engineering is advantageous.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.

Other useful info:

• Competitive salary circa £100,000 per annum.
• Flexible working and remote-first environment.
• Opportunity to work with a talented and passionate team.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Inclusive and collaborative company culture.
• Comprehensive bonus package.