About IT Services
IT Services at the University of Manchester is a vibrant and fast-moving department, we focus on delivering excellent customer service and quality services for our staff, students and researchers.
The Team
The role is within the Platform Engineering Team, the key team developing our cloud platforms and supporting migration to cloud through reusable Infrastructure as Code libraries.
Our Platform Engineers design, build and maintain the delivery infrastructure, systems and processes underpinning technology transformation engagements and lead the adoption of modern platforms and ways of working.
The Role
We’re looking for a Platform Engineer who has a broad understanding of cloud, and a deep understanding of at least one major cloud platform. You will collaborate closely with the wider Platform Engineering Team, Cloud Architects and colleagues in Research to deliver exciting digital programmes in the education sector.
The University has a clearly defined IT digital roadmap and as a cloud expert, you'll work in the Platform Engineering team alongside developers, architects, UX designers, analysts and Scrum Master to deliver DevOps CI/CD, automation and cloud infrastructure.
You’ll work especially closely with our colleagues in Research, helping to define and develop self-service cloud infrastructure, supporting AI/ML implementations and accelerating the pace of moving from ideation to active research.
We encourage continuous learning, so as well as the opportunity to work with some of the brightest and best in the industry, and evaluate the latest technologies, we’ll encourage online training for obtaining Cloud certifications. Even if you don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply as we can develop you into the role using a training plan and career path.
The Person
You’ll have the expertise and confidence to lead the definition and support of the Azure, AWS delivery platform in complex engagements, typically working in multi-disciplinary teams.
The successful candidate will need to be able to demonstrate the below skills and experience:
Hands on with any of Oracle OCI, Azure or AWS
Automating delivery of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) via Terraform
Code Repository Management (e.g. GitLab, GitHub, Bitbucket)
Deep understanding of CI/CD pipeline
Scripting with one or more of the following: PowerShell, Python, Golang
Understanding of architecture design and documentation
Understanding of Security Compliance PCI DSS, ISO, Cyber Essentials, NIST
Excellent communication and written skills.
Desirable Criteria
Familiarity with collaboration suites i.e. Atlassian products (Jira, Confluence)
Experience of building automation/integrations with Service NOW.
Key stakeholder management and collaborative working with wider teams.
What You Can Expect in Return
Our diverse job opportunities all include a top benefits package that includes many features that are hard to find in the private sector:
Generous annual leave allowance, including Christmas/New Year closure;
Pension scheme membership to provide benefits for you and your family;
Well-being programme with counselling, fitness and leading sports facilities;
Learning and development opportunities;
Season ticket loans for public transport;
Cycle to Work Scheme;
Workplace nursery scheme;
Staff recognition schemes;
Staff discounts on a range of products and services including travel and high street savings.
In fact, there are so many benefits available you can see more of them by clicking here.
Find out more about our organisation and values:
When completing the additional information section of your application, please ensure you make reference to the job description and person specification above, as this will form an integral part of the shortlisting process.
As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.
Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here
Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.
Please be aware that due to the number of applications we unfortunately may not able to provide individual feedback on your application.
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to recruitmentservices.people@manchester.ac.uk
Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Please contact our IT Resource Management Team
Email: it.resource@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries:
Email: recruitmentservices.people@manchester.ac.uk
Technical support:
0161 850 2004 https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.
