Senior Engineer (Platform Engineering) in London

Senior Engineer (Platform Engineering) in London

London Full-Time 63000 - 77000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Build and operate shared infrastructure to enhance delivery and reliability.
  • Company: Join a dynamic team focused on tackling complex infrastructure challenges.
  • Benefits: Flexible work arrangements with 2 days onsite in West London.
  • Other info: Opportunity to work with modern Infrastructure-as-Code tooling.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by solving hard problems in an engineering-led environment.
  • Qualifications: Deep knowledge of cloud architecture and coding skills in Go, Python, or Java.

The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.

Do you possess battle-hardened, real-world production experience with large cloud deployments? Are you passionate about building reliable systems that remain resilient in day-to-day operation? We are seeking a high-caliber Platform Engineer to join our team, focusing on complex infrastructure challenges. This specific role is based in West London.

What You’ll Do:

  • Platform Architecture: Build and operate shared infrastructure and internal developer platforms that accelerate delivery.
  • Reliability & Scale: Improve existing systems by addressing platform gaps and reducing operational toil.
  • Code-Driven Infrastructure: Apply a software engineering approach to infrastructure, utilizing modern Infrastructure-as-Code tooling (e.g., Terraform, Pulumi, or Crossplane).
  • Enablement: Help client teams develop the habits, tooling, and practices needed to move fast without sacrificing quality.

About You & Role Details:

  • Technical Depth: Deep knowledge of cloud architecture (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and container orchestration with Kubernetes.
  • Coding Skills: Comfortable writing software to solve infrastructure problems, proficient in languages like Go, Python, or Java.
  • Location: West London (2 days per week onsite)
  • Contract Status: Outside IR35

If you care about solving hard problems properly and want to work in an engineering-led environment, reach out via DM or apply below!

Senior Engineer (Platform Engineering) in London employer: Explore Group

As a Product Lead at this global marketplace brand, you will be part of a dynamic team that prioritises innovation and customer satisfaction. The company offers a hybrid work environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits, fostering a culture of collaboration and professional growth. With a focus on agile methodologies, employees are encouraged to develop their skills and contribute to meaningful projects that connect merchants and investors seamlessly.

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Contact Details:

Explore Group Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Engineer (Platform Engineering) in London

Cloud Architecture
AWS
GCP
Azure
Kubernetes
Infrastructure-as-Code
Terraform