Manager, Engineering Lead Platform Infrastructure FTC in Southampton

Manager, Engineering Lead Platform Infrastructure FTC in Southampton

Southampton Full-Time 60000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Carnival Corporation

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and manage platform infrastructure across hybrid cloud and legacy environments.
  • Company: Join Carnival UK, a leader in the holiday sector focused on unforgettable experiences.
  • Benefits: Enjoy employee discounts, 25+ days leave, and extensive learning opportunities.
  • Other info: Diverse and inclusive environment with excellent career development prospects.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in technology while fostering personal growth and well-being.
  • Qualifications: Strong knowledge of cloud infrastructure, AWS, Kubernetes, and vendor management skills.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.

In our continuous journey of growth and innovation at Carnival UK, we are seeking a Manager, Engineering Lead – Platform Infrastructure to bring fresh insights and expertise to our technology department on a 12-month FTC basis. As Manager, Engineering Lead – Platform Infrastructure, you will play a critical role in ensuring the stability, performance and ongoing evolution of Carnival UK's platform infrastructure estate. Operating across hybrid cloud and legacy environments, you will provide leadership and governance for engineering activities delivered through strategic technology partners, while acting as a key link between technical teams and business stakeholders.

This pivotal role will involve:

  • Lead the operational management of platform infrastructure across both hybrid cloud and legacy environments
  • Coordinate and govern engineering activities delivered by external engineering partners and vendors
  • Hold vendors accountable for delivery quality, technical standards and adherence to processes
  • Act as the bridge between technical engineering teams and business stakeholders while supporting business-as-usual operations and project delivery activity

This role is positioned at CUK07 level within our organisation and is available on a full-time, fixed-term basis for 12-months. We offer hybrid work including up to two days from home.

Carnival UK is a leading name in the holiday sector, dedicated to delivering unforgettable holiday happiness to our guests. Our success is built on a foundation of diverse talents and perspectives, and we believe in fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Your unique background and skills are what will make you stand out. We're looking for:

  • Strong cloud infrastructure and platform engineering knowledge with experience in cloud and hybrid cloud environments
  • Experience with AWS and Kubernetes
  • Knowledge of Terraform, Jenkins, infrastructure automation and cloud-native technologies
  • Experience providing engineering governance, technical oversight and managing outsourced engineering providers or technical vendors

You are more than just your CV. You're someone who brings:

  • Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build credibility and trusted relationships
  • Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to balance technical priorities with business requirements
  • Leadership capability within vendor-led engineering environments, influencing outcomes without direct authority

Diversity is our strength, and we encourage applications from those with varied experiences, whether you meet every listed requirement or not. If you’re passionate about technology and looking for an opportunity to grow, we’d love to hear from you. Due to the popularity of our roles and our commitment to finding the best talent, we may close applications earlier than advertised. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to become part of a team dedicated to creating unforgettable holiday happiness. Apply today to start your journey with us.

Working with us means more than just a role in technology. It’s about being part of a team that values well-being and personal growth. Here’s what we offer:

  • Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offers
  • Minimum 25 days leave, bank holiday allowance and holiday trading scheme
  • Extensive learning and development opportunities
  • Contributory Defined Contribution Pension scheme
  • Company paid Health Cash Plan and health assessment

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Manager, Engineering Lead Platform Infrastructure FTC in Southampton employer: Carnival Corporation

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Carnival Corporation

Contact Details:

Carnival Corporation Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Manager, Engineering Lead Platform Infrastructure FTC in Southampton

Cloud Infrastructure
Platform Engineering
Hybrid Cloud Environments
AWS
Kubernetes
Terraform
Jenkins