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Prestigious opportunity for a Cloud Services Engineer with a pioneering market-leading organisation based in Manchester with hybrid working.

In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure and services that support our business operations. You will work across teams to ensure secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions, primarily within Microsoft Azure platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and manage cloud-based infrastructure and services.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and security across cloud environments.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation).
• Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to support CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native applications.
• Implement and maintain backup, disaster recovery, and high availability strategies.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and industry best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve cloud-related issues and incidents.
• Maintain documentation and provide technical support to internal teams.

If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LETS TALK!

• Hands-on experience with Azure cloud platforms.
• Strong understanding of networking, virtualisation, and cloud security principles.
• Operate, maintain, and enhance the Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environment.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, CloudWatch, Prometheus).
• Expert in setting up and managing host pools, session hosts, user access, application layers, and FSLogix profiles.
• Strong knowledge of cloud architecture, design, and implementation principles and practices.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools, such as PowerShell, Power Automate, Azure CLI, Azure DevOps, and Azure Monitor.
• Experience working with Azure Foundry, Microsoft Copilot Studio and AI Agents.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will be rewarded with ongoing career development and training in an enviable team environment.


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Cloud Services Engineer
Manchester
Salary up to £65,000
Office-based, with 2 days a week of remote working

We’re delighted to be supporting a highly regarded Law Firm based in Manchester in their search for a talented Cloud Services Engineer to join their growing IT function. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking organisation that has embraced digital transformation and is investing heavily in its cloud-first strategy.

As a Cloud Services Engineer, you’ll play a central role in shaping, maintaining, and optimising the firm’s Microsoft Azure environment. From day one, you’ll be hands-on with a wide range of technologies—ensuring that their cloud and hosted systems remain secure, high-performing, and cost-efficient, while also contributing to innovative new projects.

What you’ll be doing:

• Designing and enhancing cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure (VMs, storage, networking, security, backup, disaster recovery).

• Monitoring, maintaining, and optimising the performance, availability, and scalability of cloud services.

• Automating and streamlining operations with PowerShell, Azure CLI, Azure DevOps, and Azure Monitor .

• Operating and improving the Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environment.

• Partnering with colleagues across IT to deliver resilient, secure, and compliant solutions that support the firm’s critical applications.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience with Microsoft Azure services and cloud engineering .

• Strong knowledge of automation tools and scripting (PowerShell, Azure CLI, DevOps pipelines).

• Hands-on expertise with Azure Virtual Desktop .

• A proactive mindset, with the ability to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, performance, and security.

Why join?

This is your chance to join a business that truly values its people and is committed to providing modern, cutting-edge solutions to support its teams. You’ll enjoy a collaborative and supportive culture, ongoing professional development, and the opportunity to work on projects that make a real impact.

If you’re passionate about cloud technology and eager to apply your skills in a professional services environment, we’d love to hear from you.

This role is based in Manchester and will allow for 2 days a week of remote work and pays a salary of up to £65,000. Please only apply if you are eligible to work in the UK. Unfortunately, our client is not able to offer visa sponsorship.

Prestigious opportunity for a Cloud Services Engineer with a pioneering market-leading organisation based in Manchester with hybrid working.

In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure and services that support our business operations. You will work across teams to ensure secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions, primarily with.

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Cloud Services Engineer

Manchester

Salary up to £65,000

Office-based, with 2 days a week of remote working

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• 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.

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable backend services and APIs using modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Go, Node.js).
• Architect and implement solutions leveraging cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Build and maintain microservices architectures, ensuring high availability and fault tolerance.
• Optimize application performance, identify and resolve bottlenecks, and ensure efficient resource utilization.
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code, adhering to best practices in software development.
• Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and QA teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Implement robust security measures and data protection protocols.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to team members.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends in backend development and cloud computing.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in backend development.
• Proven expertise in building and deploying applications on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong experience with microservices architecture and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Go, Node.js).
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs, gRPC, and related technologies.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, with experience working in remote teams.

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable cloud-based software solutions.
• Architect and implement microservices-based applications leveraging cloud technologies.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in software development, including TDD, BDD, and CI/CD.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level software engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other stakeholders to define technical roadmaps and requirements.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the cloud infrastructure.
• Champion code quality, security, and maintainability through rigorous code reviews and automated testing.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to enhance development efficiency and product capabilities.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the engineering team and the company's technology vision.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional software development experience, with a significant focus on cloud environments.
• Proven experience in leading development teams and architecting complex distributed systems.
• Expertise in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP) and associated services.
• Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, Go, C#).
• Strong understanding of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fully remote, collaborative team environment.
• Passion for continuous learning and staying current with technology trends.