Cloud Engineer

The HRA is a Non Departmental Public Body with the remit to protect and promote the interests of patients and the public in health and social care research. We support a robust and efficient regulatory & governance framework in the UK, providing the Research Ethics Service (RES), Confidentiality Advice, assessments and assurances on behalf of the NHS, and learning, guidance and advice for the research community. Senior Cloud Engineer As Senior Cloud Engineer, you will be the driving force behind the implementation and maintenance of innovative cloud tools, technologies, and solutions delivered to support health and care research applications across the United Kingdom. Responsibilities Design, develop, and deploy cloud infrastructure solutions using Microsoft Azure & M365 technologies. Monitor and optimise the performance, cost, and security of cloud environments. Automate processes and workflows using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Bicep, Terraform, or CloudFormation. Collaborate with software developers, DevOps engineers, and other stakeholders to define and implement cloud solutions that meet business needs. Perform system troubleshooting, optimisation, and improvement to ensure high availability. Implement and manage security protocols to ensure the safety and compliance of cloud environments. Provide effective training and support for direct reports to ensure they can carry out their responsibilities. Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, cloud technologies, and best practices. Working for our organisation At the HRA, we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive working environment where we actively invest in the development and empowerment of our staff so they can perform at their best. We promote a healthy workplace culture that values wellbeing, collaboration, and professional growth. Flexible Working Our approach to flexible working is designed to support all staff, recognising that many people find home‑based or hybrid working to be the most productive environment. We offer home‑based contracts for all locations; Newcastle staff can be office‑based, while Manchester, Nottingham, or Bristol staff may have hybrid arrangements. Speak with us to explore how this could be accommodated. Equal Opportunity We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We welcome applications that represent age, disability, gender identity and expression, ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation and other diverse characteristics. We have policies in place to ensure all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process. Application Instructions When completing your application, ensure you clearly demonstrate how your experience and skills align with the criteria outlined for this position. Please refer to the attached job description and person specification documents for full details about this role. Applications that do not clearly demonstrate how the essential criteria outlined in the person specification are met will not be shortlisted. Only the information provided in the application form will be considered; CVs will not be reviewed. Additional Information We are unable to offer employment under any sponsorship arrangement as we do not hold a sponsorship licence. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be considered. We do not accept applications via recruitment agencies or other third parties. The HRA reserves the right to close this vacancy early should it receive a sufficient number of applications. Our fixed‑term positions are also open to applicants who wish to apply for the role on a secondment basis. Applicants who fit this category are advised to speak with their line manager before applying and to consult the organisation's secondments policy. In order to be considered for this position you must address the criteria outlined in the person specification in your supporting statement. All contact is made via our Trac recruitment system. If you have a query relating to your application, please contact the recruitment team on contact@hra.nhs.uk or 0300 330 9416. The NHSBSA is responsible for the processing of your application; a privacy notice is available at the following link to advise you on how we will process your personal data. HRA Recruitment Privacy Notice. We recognise that generative AI tools can be helpful in supporting applicants during the recruitment process, particularly for tasks such as proofreading, structuring, or refining written responses. However, we encourage candidates to use AI responsibly and sparingly. Applications should reflect your authentic voice, personal experiences, and genuine qualifications. Over‑reliance on AI‑generated content can result in generic or inaccurate submissions that fail to meet the criteria or convey your individuality. Misrepresentation of skills, knowledge, or experience, including through AI‑generated content, may lead to the rejection of your application, withdrawal of your offer, or your dismissal if you do start with us. If you choose to use AI, please ensure it enhances rather than replaces your own input, and be transparent about its use where appropriate. False and insincere examples go against our values of integrity and transparency. We are not able to accept applications via recruitment agencies or third parties. The HRA reserves the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr