AWS Cloud Platform Engineer

AWS Cloud Platform Engineer – hackajob (UK Biobank) Overview UK Biobank is modernising the systems and cloud platforms that underpin world‑leading research. As part of a large‑scale transformation program, the Data & Technology team is delivering a cloud transformation project focused on automation, innovation and security across an AWS environment that supports mission‑critical services for an international research community. Responsibilities Work with the Cloud Infrastructure Lead to develop and maintain UK Biobank’s AWS environment. Provide expert advice and assistance with the deployment of AWS technologies. Build, deploy and maintain AWS services such as standard compute, serverless compute, storage, databases, containers and networking in collaboration with development teams. Work with the Head of Information Security to implement and maintain security measures that safeguard the AWS environment and protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of UK Biobank services and data. Ensure systems and services are configured to log event data correctly and securely, and that the data are copied to the organisation’s SIEM solution for analysis. Qualifications Strong knowledge and experience of AWS core services, including Control Tower, EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, SES, Lambda, Route 53, CloudFormation and CloudWatch. Knowledge and experience of Infrastructure as Code tools such as AWS CloudFormation or Terraform. Strong knowledge and experience of AWS networking, including VPCs, subnets, security groups, NAT gateways, VPNs and Direct Connect. Knowledge and experience of AWS Security Hub, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, GuardDuty, Inspector, Network & Web Application Firewalls and Shield. Knowledge and experience of IAM and IAM Identity Centre, as well as MS Entra ID (MS Azure Active Directory) as an IdP for SSO. Benefits 26 Days’ Annual Leave – plus Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service. Holiday Buy Scheme – purchase up to one additional week of leave per year. Birthday Leave – a paid day off to celebrate your birthday. USS Pension Scheme – hybrid defined benefit/defined contribution pension plan. Healthcare Cash Plan – claim back costs for everyday health expenses. Enhanced Family Leave – available from day one for maternity, paternity and adoption. Cycle to Work Scheme – save on a new bike and accessories. Season Ticket Loan – interest‑free loan to help with commuting costs. Professional Subscriptions – reimbursement where applicable. Learning budget – annual funds for courses, books or anything that fuels your personal and professional growth. Free On‑Site Gym – stay active with access to the gym facilities. Subsidised Canteen Lunches – healthy meals at reduced prices. Free Car Parking – on‑site parking available for staff. Employee Discounts Portal – savings across retail, travel and more. Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support for personal and work‑related issues. Annual Flu Vaccination – free flu jabs. Life Assurance Cover – financial protection for your loved ones. Working hours are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday with some flexibility, 3 days onsite with hybrid working available. The role is based in Greater Manchester (initially in Stockport, with a move to Manchester Science Park mid‑to‑late 2026). Occasional travel will be required to Oxford, London and Imaging Centres. Our passion for diversity and equality means creating a work environment for all employees that is welcoming, respectful, engaging and enriched with opportunities for personal and professional development. To find out more about the team, visit UK Biobank Data & Technology Team. #J-18808-Ljbffr