Innovation Platform Engineer

Innovation Platform Engineer – Cloud, DevOps & AI
Salary: Up to £90,000 + Bonus & Benefits
Location: Trafford Park, Manchester
Hybrid: 3 days per week on-site, 2 remote days per week.
Permanent
Build the cloud platforms powering the next generation of AI-driven innovation.
We're partnering with a prestigious global professional services organisation that is investing heavily in cloud engineering, automation and emerging AI technologies.
This is an opportunity to join a dedicated Global Innovation function, operating outside the traditional IT structure, with a remit to design, build and deliver innovative technology solutions used across the business globally.
We're looking for an experienced Cloud / DevOps / Platform Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, building scalable infrastructure and exploring how emerging technologies can deliver real business value.
The Opportunity
You'll play a key role in developing the cloud infrastructure and engineering foundations that support a growing portfolio of innovation projects, including AI-powered applications and intelligent automation.
Working alongside engineers, architects and innovation specialists, you'll help turn new ideas and technical prototypes into secure, scalable, production-ready solutions.
This is a hands-on engineering opportunity offering genuine technical ownership, exposure to emerging technologies and the chance to influence how cloud platforms are designed and delivered.
What You'll Be Doing

• Design, build and maintain scalable cloud infrastructure across Microsoft Azure and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform.
• Support the development and deployment of innovative applications, including AI, LLM and agentic AI solutions.
• Build and improve CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation and engineering workflows.
• Work closely with innovation teams to move prototypes and proof-of-concepts into production.
• Implement cloud security, reliability, monitoring and DevSecOps best practices.
• Contribute to architectural decisions, engineering standards and platform improvements.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, scalability and automation across cloud environments.

What We're Looking For
Essential experience:

• Strong commercial experience in Cloud Engineering, DevOps or Platform Engineering.
• Hands-on expertise with Azure and/or GCP (experience across both would be advantageous).
• Strong practical experience using Terraform for Infrastructure as Code.
• Experience designing, deploying and supporting cloud-based infrastructure.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, automation and modern software delivery practices.
• Understanding of cloud security, infrastructure reliability and scalable architecture.
• A proactive engineering mindset, comfortable taking ownership and solving complex problems.

Desirable experience:

• Docker, Kubernetes or container orchestration.
• Exposure to AI/ML infrastructure, LLMs or emerging AI technologies.
• GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps or similar CI/CD tooling.
• Experience supporting innovation, R&D or rapid-prototyping environments.
• Experience working within large enterprise or professional services organisations.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Innovation at the forefront: Work within a dedicated global innovation team exploring cloud, automation and AI technologies.
• Genuine engineering ownership: Help shape infrastructure, platforms and technical standards rather than simply maintaining existing systems.
• Global impact: Deliver solutions supporting a large international organisation.
• Emerging technology exposure: Gain experience supporting AI-driven applications and next-generation engineering initiatives.
• Strong investment: Join an established, financially secure organisation investing in modern technology and innovation.
• Competitive package: Salary up to £90,000, plus bonus and benefits.

Interested?
If you're an experienced Cloud, DevOps or Platform Engineer with strong Terraform skills and an interest in building innovative cloud solutions, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.