Lead Platform Engineer

A fast-growing tech-driven utilities company is looking for a Lead Platform Engineer to drive their cloud strategy and platform engineering team.

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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 DevSecOps 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 DevOps & Cloud Native Infrastructure (Azure-focused).3+ years in Cloud Security / DevSecOps.Expertise in Kubernetes (Azure), Azure DevOps, 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 (PowerShell, 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. xbpsjku  Apply now to join a company that values innovation, growth, and its people.Location:Newcastle upon TyneTyne and WearNewcastle upon TyneNE12 8BXSalary:60,000
- 80,000Sector:Devops  Type:PermanentPosted:02/27/2025