Senior AWS Engineer

Version 1 has celebrated over 28 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Version 1 has several strategic technology partners including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems and Snowflake. We're also an award-winning employer reflecting how employees are at the heart of Version 1. 

We've been awarded: Innovation Partner of the Year Winner 2023 Oracle EMEA Partner Awards, Global Microsoft Modernising Applications Partner of the Year Award 2023, AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year - EMEA 2023 and Best Workplaces for Women by Great Place To Work in UK and Ireland 2023. 

As a consultancy and service provider, Version 1 is a digital-first environment and we do things differently. We're focused on our core values; using these we've seen significant growth across our practices and our Digital, Data and Cloud team is preparing for the next phase of expansion. This creates new opportunities for driven and skilled individuals to join one of the fastest-growing consultancies globally. 

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer with over 6 years of expertise in AWS. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing, deploying, and maintaining AWS infrastructure, as well as automating and optimizing processes. They will be responsible for ensuring the stability, security, and scalability of our cloud-based applications and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage continuous deployment practices, infrastructure, build, deployment, and monitoring systems on AWS.
• Utilize cloud resources to optimize the performance and cost-effectiveness of deployed applications.
• Automate software release processes with continuous delivery pipelines.
• Implement industry-standard DevOps tools for development, deployment, and operations tasks.
• Develop and enforce best practices for master and release management.
• Work closely with the development team to integrate their project changes and ensure the stability of the system.
• Monitor AWS instances and services for performance and cost optimization.
• Ensure the security and integrity of the cloud-based applications and data by implementing best cloud security practices.
• Responsible for incident management and troubleshooting, problem diagnosis, and resolution.
• Document every aspect of the system and processes as a reference for future problem resolution and upgrades.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience (6+ years) working as a DevOps Engineer with a focus on AWS.
• Strong understanding of AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, API Gateway, and others relevant to application deployment and maintenance.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or Ruby.
• Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration tools (Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Git, and AWS CI/CD services.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive attitude towards tackling challenges.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Desirable Skills:
• AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, AWS Certified Solutions Architect).
• Experience with infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation.
• Knowledge of security best practices and experience implementing security measures in AWS environments.

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. 

One of our standout advantages is the ability to work with a hybrid schedule along with business travel, allowing our employees to strike a balance between work and life. We also offer a range of tech-related benefits, including an innovative Tech Scheme to help keep our team members up-to-date with the latest technology. 

We prioritise the health and safety of our employees, providing private medical and life insurance coverage, as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses. Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivized certifications and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat. 

Our employee-designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company's profits each quarter amongst employees. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential, offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly, a programme designed to support professional growth.