Overview
We are looking for Platform Engineers who share our values of pragmatism, professionalism and transparency. This is a client-facing leadership role where you'll drive platform engineering excellence across consultancy engagements while mentoring the next generation of platform engineers. As a senior member, you'll autonomously plan, architect, and execute complex client engagements from conception to delivery. You will also contribute to pre-sales activities to shape technical solutions and win new business through your expertise and communication skills.
Location & work arrangement
Location: Hybrid work near an office in London, Leeds or Manchester. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.
Our Culture
We are a transparent organisation; our salary bandings and company finances are available to employees from day one. We have a flat management structure with everyone having an equal voice on how to improve our business. Continuous learning is a mindset shared by everyone, with opportunities to attend catch-ups on new technologies, read blog posts, listen to podcasts, or speak at conferences. We are committed to sharing knowledge and helping colleagues grow.
Requirements
* Platform Engineering Leadership: extensive experience designing and implementing production infrastructure at scale
* Cloud Expertise: deep hands-on experience with AWS and/or Azure services, including advanced networking, security, and governance
* Infrastructure as Code: advanced proficiency with Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates
* Production Systems: proven track record of writing and delivering production code and supporting mission-critical infrastructure
* Client Engagement: experience working directly with clients in a consulting or advisory capacity
* Communication: exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
* Mentorship: demonstrated experience in mentoring and developing junior engineers
Highly Desirable
* Container Orchestration: extensive experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and container-native architectures
* Automation Tools: proficiency with configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef
* DevSecOps: deep understanding of security best practices and compliance frameworks in cloud environments
* Multi-cloud: experience working across both AWS and Azure ecosystems
* Pre-sales: previous involvement in technical sales, solution architecture, or client engagement activities
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and independently execute platform engineering engagements for a variety of clients
* Participate in pre-sales activities, including technical discovery, solution design, and client presentations
* Serve as the primary technical point of contact for complex platform engineering initiatives
* Present technical concepts and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
* Drive client relationships through expert consultation and thought leadership
* Architect and implement production-grade infrastructure solutions primarily in AWS and Azure
* Lead the design and delivery of scalable, secure, and sustainable platform solutions
* Establish best practices for infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud architecture
* Tackle complex technical challenges across diverse technology stacks and client environments
* Contribute to our platform engineering strategy and evolving ways of working
* Mentor junior platform engineers, providing technical guidance and career development support
* Contribute to the growth and development of our platform engineering capability
* Support knowledge sharing and technical excellence across the wider Codurance team
Benefits
* Uncapped training support - No fixed training budget: if it's relevant and you share your learnings, we'll cover the cost. We encourage continuous development at all levels
* Personal learning budget - Use Learnerbly to access curated courses, books, and coaching resources to support your growth and progression
* Transparency - From day one, you\'ll have access to company financials and salary bandings, reflecting our commitment to openness and trust
* Private medical cover & life assurance - Includes dental and optical. Life cover provides a lump-sum payment for additional peace of mind
* Pension (4% top-up) and income protection - Option to choose from an employer pension top-up to 5% or a holiday voucher for the value of £1000 after 5 years of service. 8% pension top-up or a holiday voucher for the value of £2000 after 8 years of service
* Employee assistance program (EAP), including access to wellbeing support (counselling, therapy)
* Enhanced parental leave - Supporting you and your family with more time and flexibility when it matters most
* Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work Scheme
Codurance is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Industries
* IT Services and IT Consulting
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