At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop enterprise applications using C# and .NET technologies, focusing on automation and integration.
- Company: Hays is seeking a Platform Engineer for a 12-month contract in Manchester with a high-performing engineering team.
- Benefits: The role offers £430 per day inside IR35 with a flexible work schedule of 2 days in the office and 3 days WFH.
- Other info: This position requires collaboration with engineers and stakeholders to ensure secure and scalable solutions.
- Why this job: Join a critical team delivering cyber and infrastructure solutions while enhancing your skills in modern technologies.
- Qualifications: Must have strong experience with C#, MS SQL, PowerShell, and knowledge of Kafka and CI/CD tools.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Hays are now looking for a Platform Engineer on a 12 month contract. The role is focused on engineering, database development, automation, integration, DevOps, and platform development.
£430 p/d Inside IR35 - 12 Months
2 days p/w in the office, 3 days WFH
Location is Manchester
Must have C#, MS SQL, PowerShell, APIs, Kafka
Join a high-performing engineering team responsible for delivering critical cyber and infrastructure solutions across the organisation. You'll play a key role in designing, developing and automating scalable platforms, working across databases, APIs, integration technologies and DevOps tooling to enhance and support enterprise-level services.
What you'll be doing:
- Designing, developing and enhancing enterprise applications and platform solutions using C# and .NET technologies.
- Building and supporting RESTful APIs, integrations and automation capabilities using PowerShell and JSON-based interfaces.
- Developing and optimising SQL Server-based solutions, with exposure to MongoDB beneficial.
- Implementing and supporting event-driven integrations using Kafka.
- Automating deployment and operational processes using Ansible, Git and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins.
- Collaborating with engineers, architects and stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable and resilient solutions.
- Producing and maintaining technical documentation, ensuring adherence to governance, security and change control standards.
- Leveraging AI-assisted development tools to improve engineering efficiency and delivery.
What we're looking for:
- Strong commercial experience developing solutions with C# and Web APIs.
- Proven expertise with SQL Server and database-driven application development.
- Experience with PowerShell scripting, automation and DevOps practices.
- Knowledge of Kafka, Ansible and modern CI/CD toolchains.
- Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies and software development lifecycle best practices.
- Understanding of software design principles, data structures, algorithms and coding standards.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or please send a copy of your CV to Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
Platform Engineer in Manchester employer: Hays Technology
Hays offers a competitive daily rate of £430 and a flexible working arrangement in Manchester. The engineering team focuses on delivering critical cyber and infrastructure solutions, providing an opportunity to work with advanced technologies and improve engineering efficiency.
