Principal Cloud Engineer
Job ref: 32909
Category
Region
London
Contract Type
Full Time
Salary
£0
The Brand:
WeTech have partnered with one of the most innovative brands in the premium and luxury beauty & cosmetics space. This brand operate as an omnichannel retailer; where through their channels customers can find an amazing collection of the most innovative products, from the most renowned brands across the globe. The brand sell both cosmetics products and incredible related gadgets. This brand are exceptionally passionate about delivering exceptional, bespoke services to their customers, both online and in-store. The Technology team is comprised of some INCREDIBLY talented people, who thrive in environments where cutting-edge technology is at the forefront.
The Role:
The Principal Cloud Engineer will drive the design, optimisation, and governance of our Azure cloud environment. This role involves architecting scalable, cost-effective cloud solutions that integrate seamlessly with our existing infrastructure while ensuring security and compliance standards. Working closely with the engineering, DevOps, and infrastructure teams, this role will establish a well-governed, secure, and efficient cloud environment that supports business growth and resilience. This leader will also play a key role in guiding cloud security practices, ensuring a balanced focus on both performance and protection.
The main areas of focus for the Principal Cloud Engineer will be:
- Azure Architecture and Optimisation – design and optimise cloud infrastructure, cost management and resource optimisation, cloud automation and devops integration and hybrid integration
- Cloud Security and Compliance – security integration, risk management and policy governance
- Cross Functional Collaboration and Mentorship – collaborating with existing engineering teams, mentorship and training, and knowledge sharing and process development
- Continuous Improvement and Emerging Technology – monitoring and incident management, cloud trend analysis, and performance and systems reviews
The Person:
Experience: 7+ years in Cloud Engineering or Architecture roles, with at least 3 years specifically focussed on Azure, and experience and understanding around Cloud Security Best Practises.
Technical Skills:
- Expertise in Azure Services and Architecture (e.g. Azure Resource Manager, Virtual Networks, Azure AD, AKS, AEH)
- Strong Understanding of Cloud Cost Management and Optimisation Tools
- Proficient with Azure Security Services (e.g. Azure Sentinel, Key Vault, Azure Security Centre)
- Knowledge of DevOps tooling and practises (e.g. CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as a Code with ARM templates or Terraform)
Certifications: Relevant certifications (e.g. Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Security Engineer) highly preferred
Soft Skills: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical topics to both technical and non-technical audiences.
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