Lead Data Platform Engineer - First Critical Hire

Join an early-stage start-up backed by a highly experienced team and ambitious growth plans, set to double in size in the coming months following a significant multi-million pound funding round.

This is a key hire, their first data platform engineer, where you’ll take ownership of the technical direction and build the cloud/infrastructure function from the ground up.

We're looking for deep technical expertise across multiple cloud platforms, capable of confidently selecting the right tools and technologies. A track record of delivering technically complex, innovative projects will be a significant advantage.

Requirements:

• Strong experience with multiple cloud platforms (AWS and Azure)
• Strong experience with IaC (Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Strong proficiency in scripting (Python, Bash, Powershell)
• Knowledge of CI/CD

***Please note: This role requires the candidate to either already hold, or be eligible to undergo, UK Security Check (SC) clearance or higher