Cloud infrastructure Engineer in Gloucester

Location: Gloucestershire, Manchester or Central London - on site 5 days

Due to security clearance requirements candidates must be eligible for or currently hold SC or DV. Candidates must be sole UK national/British citizen and resided in the UK for 10 years and over.

The successful candidate will work within a small team which will require a good level of knowledge on DevOps engineering methodologies and that is comfortable working within a cloud development environment. The role involves designing, deploying, managing, and optimising cloud and virtualisation environments across public, private, and hybrid cloud platforms. The ideal candidate would be innovative and analytical with a good eye for detail.

Role responsibilities:

• Manage and operate cloud and virtualization infrastructure, ensuring stability and performance.
• Deploy, configure, and optimize virtualization technologies such as VMware, Hyper‑V, or KVM.
• Support cloud migration projects for public and private cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud).
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to design scalable, secure, and cost‑effective cloud solutions.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve infrastructure issues across storage, networking, and compute environments.
• Implement automation and Infrastructure‑as‑Code (IaC) practices using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or PowerShell.
• Maintain backup, disaster recovery, and security best practices across all infrastructure components.
• Document system configurations, policies, and procedures for future reference and audits.
• Provide technical guidance and support to other teams as needed.

What you will bring to the team:

• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Working to ITIL best practices.
• Desire to improve processes, looking for the root cause of a problem.
• Willingness to both share your knowledge and learn from others.
• A proactive approach towards looking for risks and problems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• An ability to adapt quickly and work in an agile fashion.

Desirable Skills and Technologies:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Some industry experience, with at least 2+ years in a cloud or virtualization role.
• Experience with containerisation and Kubernetes.
• Strong experience with VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper‑V, or KVM.
• Familiarity with public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Knowledge of networking, storage solutions, and Active Directory in cloud environments.
• Experience with automation tools (Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell, or Python).
• Understanding of IT security best practices, identity management, and compliance.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Administrator).

What we will do for you:

• Competitive Compensation & Pension Scheme – Rewarding your expertise while securing your future.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package – Including DXC Select, Perks at Work, and incentive programs for exclusive savings and rewards.
• Continuous Learning & Development – Access to upskilling opportunities, career growth resources, and industry‑leading training.
• Lifestyle Perks – Enjoy options like the Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme and more.