About Company
Join a forward-thinking team where innovation drives every solution. Career.zycto empowers businesses by connecting top talent with cutting-edge opportunities, particularly in the rapidly evolving cloud landscape. For a Cloud Automation Engineer, this means direct access to projects that challenge and elevate your expertise, working with diverse technologies and strategic initiatives. We foster environments where automation isn’t just a task, but a cornerstone of efficiency and future growth. At Career.zycto, your passion for streamlining infrastructure and deploying robust cloud solutions will find its true purpose, contributing to impactful advancements across various sectors.
Job Description
Career.zycto is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Cloud Automation Engineer to join our innovative team in Clevedon, Bristol. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and maintaining automated solutions across our cloud infrastructure. We are looking for someone passionate about leveraging the power of automation to enhance efficiency, scalability, and reliability of cloud services. You will work closely with development, operations, and security teams to build robust, repeatable, and secure cloud environments. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of our cloud operations, driving best practices in Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platform management. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, love solving complex technical challenges, and are dedicated to continuous improvement through automation, we encourage you to apply. You will be a key contributor to strategic projects, influencing architectural decisions, and ensuring our cloud infrastructure is always optimized for performance and cost-effectiveness. Your expertise will directly contribute to accelerating software delivery cycles and improving system stability across various client projects. This role demands a proactive individual with a strong understanding of cloud platforms, scripting, and automation tools, ready to make a significant impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement scalable, secure, and resilient cloud automation solutions using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) principles.
- Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment, testing, and release of cloud resources and applications.
- Manage and optimize cloud resources on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, ensuring cost-efficiency and performance.
- Develop scripts and tools using languages like Python, PowerShell, or Bash to automate routine operational tasks.
- Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to define automation requirements and integrate solutions.
- Monitor cloud environments for performance, security, and compliance, implementing automated alerts and remediation.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Document cloud architecture, automation processes, and operational procedures.
- Stay abreast of emerging cloud technologies and best practices, evaluating and recommending new tools and approaches.
Required Skills
- Proven experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Strong proficiency in Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM Templates.
- Extensive experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, or CircleCI.
- Expertise in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell).
- Solid understanding of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git.
- Knowledge of networking concepts, security best practices, and monitoring tools in cloud environments.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert).
- Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, Puppet).
- Familiarity with serverless computing paradigms (Lambda, Azure Functions, Google Cloud Functions).
- Experience with API integration and microservices architectures.
- Knowledge of agile development methodologies.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous paid time off and public holidays.
- Opportunities for professional development and cloud certifications.
- Flexible working arrangements (subject to project needs).
- Company pension scheme.
- Modern office environment with state-of-the-art tools and technologies.
- Employee assistance program.
- Regular team social events and activities.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to click on the application link below to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their experience and why they are a great fit for this role. We look forward to reviewing your application!
