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Overview of the role 

Phoenix enables digital transformation in the workplace, empowering UK organisations to innovate and transform with cloud and hybrid infrastructures, data, AI, security, and collaboration tools.  

We are now looking for a Senior Cloud Services Analyst to join our team and  tackle complex cloud service issues, shape our processes and procedures and contribute to the development of cutting-edge cloud solutions. 

What will you be doing?  

• Take ownership of complex, high-impact cloud support cases, providing expert 3rd-line support across Azure infrastructure and applications. 

• Act as a technical lead within the team - guiding, mentoring, and supporting junior analysts while helping to shape our technical direction. 

• Drive service improvements through automation, performance tuning, and proactive optimisation of our cloud platforms. 

• Collaborate closely with DevOps to design and implement automation scripts and infrastructure-as-code solutions that reduce manual workload. 

• Help define and refine cloud service processes and procedures to ensure consistent, scalable, and high-quality delivery. 

• Lead on major incident response and resolution, ensuring root cause analysis and follow-up improvements are implemented. 

• Contribute to the evolution of our service offerings - bringing fresh ideas, new technologies, and smarter ways of working to the table. 

• Partner with customers and internal teams to provide trusted technical advice and ensure our Azure solutions deliver real business value. 

Why you should apply? 

At Phoenix, our philosophy is simple – we aim to be the UK’s leading IT solution and managed service provider and that means we recognise that it’s our people who are the heart of everything we do. 

We do this by providing the encouragement, support and skill development that you need to be the very best you can be at work. We are proud of our culture, so much so that we have developed our Culture Blueprint which you can read here.  

What are we looking for? 

The right person for this role will have significant hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and will likely already be working as a Cloud Engineer/Analyst at an MSP. 

• Strong background in a 3rd line or senior cloud support role, ideally within an MSP. 

• Extensive Azure experience — deploying, managing, and optimising IaaS and PaaS environments. 

• Good knowledge of Azure governance, security, networking, and cost control. 

• AZ-104 certification required; AZ-305, AZ-700 or AZ-400 a plus. 

• Confident with automation and scripting (PowerShell, Python or similar). 

• Solid understanding of system architecture, identity, and hybrid connectivity. 

• Experience leading major incident resolution and root cause analysis. 

• Familiar with ITIL processes and ITSM tools. 

• Able to mentor junior colleagues and share technical best practice. 

• Excellent customer focus, communication, and problem-solving skills. 

• Self-driven and adaptable, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. 

Practical stuff 

Where is the role based? 
This role can be remote with a monthly visit to our HQ in Pocklington (YO42)  

What about Security Clearance? 
SC clearance is a requirement for this role, you do not need to have it already but must have the ability to gain it. (5+ years living in the UK, no criminal record) 

How many interviews? 
Following a screen with the Recruitment Team you can expect a two-stage interview process. 

What are the benefits? 
You can read about the benefits on offer here

• Design, develop, and deploy robust, scalable, and high-performance backend services and APIs.
• Architect and implement cloud-native solutions on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define and implement new features.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code in languages such as Python, Java, Go, or Node.js.
• Optimize application performance and ensure system reliability and availability.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to code reviews and technical discussions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection.
• Ensure adherence to security best practices and data privacy regulations.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development.
• Strong proficiency in one or more backend programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Go, Node.js).
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL), such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or DynamoDB.
• Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with TDD/BDD is a plus.

• Design, develop, and implement scalable and high-performance backend services.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.
• Integrate with third-party services and APIs.
• Optimise application performance and ensure system reliability.
• Collaborate with frontend engineers and product managers on feature development.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to architectural design decisions.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve backend issues.
• Ensure the security and integrity of data.
• Mentor junior engineers and share technical knowledge.

• Proven experience as a Backend Engineer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in a backend programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Node.js, Go).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Knowledge of microservices architecture and RESTful APIs.
• Experience with databases (SQL and NoSQL).
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Understanding of software development best practices, including testing and CI/CD.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Comfortable working in a hybrid model, balancing office and remote work.

• Provide expert-level technical support for cloud-based services and applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system and network issues in a timely manner.
• Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to diagnose and resolve infrastructure and application problems.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts for deployment, monitoring, and maintenance tasks.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of scalable and resilient cloud architectures.
• Manage incident response, including root cause analysis and post-mortem documentation.
• Ensure the security and integrity of cloud environments.
• Create and update technical documentation, knowledge base articles, and best practice guides.
• Mentor junior support engineers and share technical expertise.
• Participate in on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for critical incidents.
• Proactively identify opportunities for system improvements and cost efficiencies.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Significant experience in cloud infrastructure support (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Proficiency in Linux/Unix administration and shell scripting.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP).
• Excellent troubleshooting and debugging skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote, fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog).

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable, high-performance backend services and APIs.
• Architect robust and efficient database solutions (SQL and NoSQL).
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Ensure the security and integrity of all systems and data.
• Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define and implement new features.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence.
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and technical strategy.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
• Drive innovation by researching and implementing new technologies and best practices.

• Proven experience as a Backend Engineer or in a similar role.
• Strong proficiency in one or more backend programming languages (e.g., Python, Go, Java, Node.js).
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Deep understanding of database technologies, performance tuning, and data modeling.
• Experience with microservices architecture and RESTful API design.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working effectively in remote teams.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• Lead a team of backend engineers in the design, development, testing, and deployment of robust, scalable, and high-performance cloud-based applications and microservices.
• Architect and implement solutions using modern backend technologies and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and architectural patterns to ensure code quality, maintainability, and security.
• Collaborate closely with frontend engineers, product managers, and QA teams to deliver seamless user experiences and achieve product goals.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering their technical growth and promoting a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• Oversee the development of APIs, database schemas, and infrastructure configurations.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines, ensuring efficient and reliable software delivery.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring system stability and performance.
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and sprint planning sessions.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating and recommending new tools and approaches to enhance our platform.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in backend software development, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior technical role.
• Proven expertise in at least one major programming language such as Python, Java, Go, or Node.js.
• Deep understanding of cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their services.
• Experience designing and building scalable microservices architectures.
• Strong knowledge of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL), including performance tuning and data modeling.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Experience with message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) and distributed systems.
• Proficiency in version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.

• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable cloud-based applications and microservices.
• Architect and implement robust cloud infrastructure solutions using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in languages such as Java, Python, or Go.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines to automate build, test, and deployment processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers, to define and deliver new features.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
• Ensure the security, performance, and reliability of cloud applications.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to code reviews and technical discussions.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies and tools to improve development efficiency and product quality.
• Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional software development experience.
• Proven experience with major cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#, Go).
• Experience with containerisation technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps).
• Familiarity with database technologies (SQL and NoSQL).
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) is highly desirable.

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of scalable, reliable, and high-performance cloud-based software solutions.
• Architect robust and efficient cloud infrastructure, leveraging services from providers such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Mentor and guide a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Drive best practices in coding, testing, and deployment, including CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (IaC).
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define technical requirements and project roadmaps.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
• Contribute to code reviews, ensuring code quality, maintainability, and security.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies and tools to improve the development process and product capabilities.
• Ensure the security and compliance of cloud services and applications.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in cloud computing and software engineering.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional software development experience, with at least 3 years in a lead or senior engineering role.
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including services like compute, storage, databases, and networking.
• Proficiency in at least one major programming language such as Python, Java, Go, or Node.js.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and serverless computing.
• Experience with database technologies, including SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps).
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate in a remote team.