Job Title: AWS Platform Lead
Location: Knutsford (candidates must be within 1 hour or willing to relocate)
Contract Duration: Until 31st December 2025
Day Rate: £425 (Inside IR35)
Onsite Requirement: 2-3 days per week (non-consecutive)
The Role
We are seeking an experienced AWS Platform Lead to provide both technical leadership and strategic direction for our cloud transformation. You will lead a team of AWS engineers and architects, drive adoption and migration strategies, and ensure secure, scalable, and resilient AWS solutions that align with business goals.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and manage AWS engineers and architects.
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Define and deliver cloud adoption and migration strategies.
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Design and implement secure, scalable AWS architectures.
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Oversee deployment, monitoring, and optimisation of AWS infrastructure.
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Conduct well-architected reviews and ensure compliance with best practices.
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Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources.
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Mentor team members and provide technical guidance.
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Collaborate with DevOps, Security, and Application Development teams.
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Drive automation using IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation) and CI/CD pipelines.
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Stay up to date with AWS services and emerging cloud technologies.
Essential Skills & Experience:
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Proven experience in leading AWS-focused teams and projects.
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Strong expertise in AWS architecture, migration, and cloud best practices.
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Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code and automation tools.
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Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
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