Hybrid Cloud Specialist (VMware/ AWS)
Location:
Bristol (hybrid- 2 days a week onsite)
Duration:
FTC until August 2026
Salary:
£50,000 – £56,000 per annum
Hours:
35 hours per week
Are you a hybrid cloud expert ready to shape the future of network research and innovation? We're looking for a
Hybrid Cloud Specialist
to join a cutting-edge national research initiative focused on next-generation communications and infrastructure.
Hybrid Cloud Specialist - About the Role
This is a unique opportunity to become a key technical authority within a flagship UK-wide research platform. You'll be responsible for designing, deploying, and managing hybrid cloud environments—both public (AWS) and on-premises (VMware)—to support advanced R&D
You'll collaborate with researchers, technical teams, and external stakeholders to deliver high-impact solutions, contribute to grant applications, and influence the evolution of a national hybrid cloud infrastructure.
What You'll Be Doing
* Deploy, build and manage multi-tenancy cloud platforms (VMware & AWS)
* Provide expert input into infrastructure design, procurement, and deployment
* Support experimental research through cloud engineering and troubleshooting
* Lead technical documentation and compliance efforts
What You'll Bring
Essential:
* Proven expertise in hybrid cloud engineering (VMware & AWS)
* Advanced knowledge of VMware technologies (vSphere, NSX, vSAN, vCloud, NSX)
* Strong AWS experience (VPC, IAM, EC2, Lambda, EKS, etc.)
* Solid networking and security skills
* Excellent documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills
* Relevant qualifications or 3+ years of hands-on experience
Desirable:
* Experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, or CDK
* Familiarity with OpenStack, OpenShift, Azure, and monitoring tools
* Understanding of cloud financial management and orchestration
What We Offer
* A collaborative, research-driven environment
* Opportunities to influence national infrastructure
* Professional development and training
* A chance to work on a high-profile, future-focused project
Ready to make an impact?
Apply now and help shape the future of hybrid cloud research and innovation.