Platform Engineering Manager

Hiring: Manager - Platform Engineer (AI & Data Solutions)

I'm currently working on an opportunity for a Manager level Platform Engineer to join a Technology & Transformation team, focused on delivering large-scale cloud and data platform solutions across complex enterprise environments.

This role sits within AI & Data Solutions and is focused on leading the design, build, and delivery of scalable, cloud-native platforms that enable data-driven transformation across a range of clients.

What you'll be doing:
* Leading the design, development, and delivery of cloud-based platforms and data pipelines
* Overseeing end-to-end software delivery across architecture, build, deploy, and operations
* Providing technical leadership and direction within cross-functional engineering teams
* Driving CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code best practices across programmes
* Supporting production systems, resolving complex issues, and ensuring platform reliability
* Engaging with stakeholders and translating business requirements into technical solutions
* Mentoring and guiding engineers while contributing to the wider engineering community

Key experience:
* Strong experience designing and delivering platforms on Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
* Deep knowledge of GCP services (GKE, Compute Engine, IAM, VPC, Cloud Storage, etc.)
* Strong background in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or similar tools)
* CI/CD pipeline design and automation (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Cloud Build, etc.)
* Strong scripting ability (Python, Bash, or Go)
* Containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, GKE)
* Strong understanding of cloud security, networking, and identity management
* Experience with observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, GCP Operations Suite)

Location: Manchester or Newcastle (hybrid working)
Salary: up to £65,000

If you're interested, or know someone who may be a strong fit, feel free to reach out.