At a Glance
- Tasks: Build and maintain Azure-based cloud infrastructure for game development.
- Company: Join Rare, a leading company in the gaming industry.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hybrid work, and a chance to innovate.
- Other info: Contract role with excellent growth opportunities in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make an impact on game performance and security while using cutting-edge tech.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in cloud infrastructure, with strong Azure experience.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Role Overview
As a Platform Engineer at Rare, you will build and maintain Azure-based cloud infrastructure that supports game development and live services.
You’ll focus on automating deployments and improving system reliability using modern Dev Ops practices, while working closely with game teams to enhance performance, security, and cost efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and improve hybrid cloud infrastructure (on-prem + Azure)
- Build and maintain automated deployment pipelines for infrastructure (CI/CD)
- Support game teams by designing scalable, reliable infrastructure
- Optimise systems for security, cost, and performance
- Keep infrastructure tools and frameworks up-to-date (patching, security)
- Identify and implement new cloud-based improvements/innovations
- Must-Have Skills
- Strong experience managing cloud infrastructure (preferably Azure)
- Hands‑on experience with Infrastructure as Code
- Experience building CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure deployments
- Understanding of cloud security and best practices
- Familiarity with machine configuration / configuration management
- Awareness of Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF)
- Bicep or Terraform (at least one required)
- Nice-to-Have Skills
- Azure Dev Ops (pipelines, repos)
- Power Shell / Power Shell DSC
- Team City (CI/CD tool)
- Perforce
- C#
Experience
- 5+ years' experience
- Minimum 3+ years hands‑on with cloud infrastructure
- Minimum 2+ years working with Azure in production
- Backgrounds we are looking for: Platform Engineer, Dev Ops Engineer, Cloud Engineer (Azure-focused)
- Additional Details
- Contract role providing services to Microsoft through Allegis Global Solutions (AGS). Location: Twycross, Atherstone, England
- Duration: 18 months contract
- Shift Timings: Hybrid (Business hours, 2 - 3 days month)
- Pay Range: £306/day up to £344/day (PAYE)
- Weekly Schedule: 40 hours
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Platform Engineer (contract) employer: Microsoft
Microsoft in Oxford is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. Employees benefit from competitive compensation, a supportive environment, and ample opportunities for professional growth, making it an ideal place for those looking to advance their careers in cloud solutions. The strategic location in Oxford further enhances the experience, providing access to a vibrant tech community and rich cultural resources.
