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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:

• p>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.

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What we’re looking for:

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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.

Cloud Services Engineer

Manchester

Salary up to £65,000

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

Were 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 i.

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• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code for backend services.
• Develop and integrate APIs for internal and external consumption.
• Collaborate with front-end developers and product managers to define software requirements.
• Implement security and data protection measures.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and robustness.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to team members.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry best practices.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence.
• Work with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP) to deploy and manage services.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend development.
• Strong proficiency in one or more backend programming languages such as Python, Java, Go, or Node.js.
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Solid understanding of database technologies (e.g., SQL, NoSQL) and data modeling.
• Experience designing and building RESTful APIs.
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.

• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve backend services and systems.
  
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as Python, Go, Java, or Node.js.
  
• Architect and build scalable microservices and APIs.
  
• Work with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and related services (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, serverless functions).
  
• Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders in a fully remote, agile environment.
  
• Implement robust data storage solutions using relational and NoSQL databases.
  
• Ensure the security, performance, and reliability of backend systems.
  
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
  
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
  
• Contribute to architectural discussions and strategic technical planning.
  
• Optimize application performance and database queries.
  
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
  
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices within the team.
  
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends.
  

• 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.
  
• Proficiency in one or more backend programming languages (e.g., Python, Go, Java, Node.js).
  
• Strong experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
  
• Experience designing and building RESTful APIs and microservices.
  
• Solid understanding of database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB).
  
• Familiarity with CI/CD practices and tools.
  
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
  
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for remote teamwork.
  
• Experience with version control systems like Git.
  
• Knowledge of distributed systems and architectural patterns.
  
• Experience with asynchronous processing and message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) is a plus.
  
• A proactive approach to identifying and solving technical challenges.
  

• Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 technical support to clients via phone, email, and chat.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues related to cloud infrastructure, applications, and services.
• Escalate unresolved issues to appropriate engineering teams, providing detailed information for resolution.
• Document technical solutions, create knowledge base articles, and contribute to user guides.
• Assist clients with product configurations, integrations, and best practices for cloud service utilization.
• Monitor system performance and proactively identify potential issues.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to identify root causes of recurring problems and implement preventative measures.
• Provide timely and effective communication to clients regarding issue status and resolution.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of support processes and tools.
• Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction through professional and efficient support.

• Proven experience (3+ years) in a technical support role, with a strong emphasis on cloud services.
• In-depth knowledge of at least one major cloud platform: AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and troubleshooting common cloud-related issues (networking, compute, storage, databases).
• Familiarity with operating systems (Linux/Windows), scripting (e.g., Python, Bash), and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical users.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, remote environment.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Azure Administrator Associate) are a significant advantage.
• Experience with ticketing systems (e.g., Jira Service Desk, Zendesk).

• Designing, building, and deploying scalable, high-performance backend services using modern programming languages and frameworks.
• Developing and maintaining RESTful APIs and microservices for various applications and platforms.
• Working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP to design and implement cloud-native solutions.
• Optimizing application performance, database queries, and overall system efficiency.
• Writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, adhering to best practices and coding standards.
• Implementing robust security measures to protect data and systems.
• Collaborating with frontend engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define feature requirements and deliver high-quality software.
• Participating in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues in production environments.
• Contributing to architectural decisions and technical roadmap planning.
• Mentoring junior engineers and sharing technical knowledge within the team.
• Staying up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends in backend development and cloud computing.

• Architect, design, and implement scalable, high-performance backend services and APIs.
• Lead technical decision-making for backend systems, ensuring robust and maintainable solutions.
• Mentor and guide a team of backend engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define requirements and deliver features.
• Optimize backend services for performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Implement and enforce coding standards, best practices, and architectural patterns.
• Drive the adoption of new technologies and methodologies within the engineering team.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years of experience in backend software development, with a significant portion in a senior or principal role.
• Proven experience designing and building complex microservices architectures.
• Deep expertise in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Python, Go, Java, Node.js).
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Strong understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) and caching mechanisms.
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent understanding of distributed systems principles and design patterns.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing office-based and remote collaboration.

• Lead and mentor a team of backend engineers.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs.
• Architect and implement solutions on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Ensure code quality, performance, security, and reliability.
• Drive best practices in software development, including CI/CD, testing, and monitoring.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and deliver product features.
• Participate in architectural discussions and technical decision-making.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Contribute to the technical roadmap and strategy.

• BSc or MSc in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in backend software development.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams.
• Strong expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and microservices architecture.
• Proficiency in one or more backend languages (Python, Java, Go, Node.js).
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of database systems (SQL, NoSQL) and caching mechanisms.
• Excellent understanding of software development principles and best practices.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

• Lead the design and development of scalable microservices and APIs using (mention relevant languages like Python, Java, Go).
• Architect and implement robust cloud-native solutions on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Drive best practices in software development, including CI/CD, automated testing, and code reviews.
• Mentor and guide a team of talented backend engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and DevOps engineers to deliver high-quality software features.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
• Contribute to the technical roadmap and strategic planning for the backend platform.
• Evaluate and introduce new technologies and tools to enhance development efficiency and system capabilities.
• Ensure adherence to security best practices and data protection regulations.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
• Proven experience in designing and building microservices architectures and RESTful APIs.
• Strong proficiency in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP) and associated services (e.g., Lambda, Kubernetes, S3, RDS).
• Expertise in modern programming languages and frameworks relevant to backend development.
• Solid understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) and data modeling.
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.