At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a platform engineering team and drive cloud strategy with a focus on Azure.
- Company: Fast-growing tech-driven utilities company with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, private healthcare, generous holidays, and personal development time.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with monthly incentives and a focus on growth.
- Why this job: Make an impact in cloud security and automation while leading innovative projects.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in DevOps, strong coding skills, and leadership experience.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
A fast-growing tech-driven utilities company is looking for a Lead Platform Engineer to drive their cloud strategy and platform engineering team.
This role blends leadership, security, and automation, supporting a cloud-first approach with a focus on Azure while maintaining cloud-agnostic capabilities.
What You'll
Do: Lead and mentor a small platform engineering team.
Define and implement a secure cloud platform strategy.
Manage supplier relationships and budget forecasts.
Drive Dev Sec Ops best practices and cloud security initiatives.
Design CI/CD pipelines and automation-first infrastructure.
Evaluate and integrate new technologies to enhance efficiency and security.
Provide enterprise-level authentication security expertise.
Support out-of-hours deployments when needed.
What You'll
Bring:5+ years in Dev Ops & Cloud Native Infrastructure (Azure-focused).3+ years in Cloud Security / Dev Sec Ops.
Expertise in Kubernetes (Azure), Azure Dev Ops, and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep).
Strong coding skills in C# and experience with .
NET Core/.
NET 8.
Experience with Azure CAF, ELZ, and well-architected frameworks.
Proficiency in scripting & automation (Power Shell, Bash, Python, YAML).
Strong problem-solving and leadership skills.
AWS experience is a plus for business continuity planning.
Perks & Benefits: Hybrid & flexible working.
Private healthcare & generous holiday allowance.
Dedicated personal development time every two weeks.
Monthly team incentives, free breakfasts, and a collaborative culture.
Apply now to join a company that values innovation, growth, and its people.
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Tyne and Wear Newcastle upon Tyne NE12 8BXSalary:60,000 - 80,000Sector: Devops
Type: Permanent
Lead Platform Engineer in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Ronald James
As an Information Security Manager at our fast-growing B2B technology business, you'll thrive in a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and collaboration. We offer competitive benefits, including professional development opportunities and a commitment to employee growth, ensuring you can advance your career while making a meaningful impact on our governance and compliance strategies. Join us in a location that fosters creativity and teamwork, where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will drive our success.
