Lead AWS Platform Engineer

Rate: £450-£500 per day (Inside IR35)
Contract: 3 months initially (likely extension after new financial year)
Location: Remote
Clearance: SC Cleared Required

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Lead AWS Platform Engineer to join a high-profile government project. You will play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring secure and efficient delivery of services.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and maintenance of AWS-based platforms.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions.
Automate operational tasks using scripting languages.
Design and maintain production software delivery pipelines using CI/CD tools.
Implement Infrastructure as Code for consistent and repeatable deployments.

Essential Skills & Experience

Strong experience with AWS cloud platforms.
Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
Demonstrable experience in automation using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).
Hands-on experience with configuration tools such as GitHub and Jenkins.
Proven track record in creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
Ability to work collaboratively and drive continuous learning and improvement