Platform Engineering Director

3 days ago


Stone, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Instem Group Full time

Instem Group is seeking an experienced Platform Engineering Director to lead the management and evolution of our customer-facing environments. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud infrastructure, on-premises management, and containerization.

The salary for this position is estimated to be £120,000 - £180,000 per annum, depending on experience. The company is based in Staffordshire and offers a competitive package with flexible working arrangements.

Job DescriptionCompany Overview

Instem Group is a global provider of bespoke industry-leading software solutions and services, facilitating the pre-clinical and clinical phases of the drug discovery process. We have over 15 products in our portfolio, used by over 700 pharmaceutical clients worldwide.

Job Responsibilities
  1. Platform Engineering Leadership: Lead the strategy, architecture, and operational management of Instem's customer-facing platforms, including on-premises environments and cloud workloads.
  2. Cloud Transformation & Legacy Environment Management: Spearhead the migration of legacy systems to cloud platforms, developing clear and practical roadmaps for modernization.
  3. Cloud Operations & Security: Oversee the secure, stable, and efficient operation of Instem's cloud environments, ensuring optimal performance, cost efficiency, and risk management.
  4. Team Management: Manage and mentor a team of around 10 Platform Engineers, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Minimum of 10+ years of experience in infrastructure, cloud platform management, or DevOps roles, with a focus on Azure.
  • Hands-on expertise in platform engineering, with a deep understanding of cloud infrastructure, on-premises management, containerization, and cloud security practices.
  • Experience leading cloud transformation initiatives, including migration of legacy systems to cloud environments.


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