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 do this by supporting and promoting a robust and efficient regulatory and governance framework in the UK. We provide the Research Ethics Service (RES), Confidentiality Advice function, assessments and assurances on behalf of the NHS, and learning, guidance and advice for the research community. Our ambition is to make the UK a great place to do research, where more money invested in research goes into carrying out relevant, good quality research.
Our purpose is to ensure that research involving NHS patients and members of the public is approved through a proportionate and robust system, that they are provided with the information they need to help them decide whether they wish to take part, and that their opportunity to do so is maximised by simplifying the processes by which high quality research is assessed. We have already delivered significant improvements by centralising and simplifying the approval of research in the NHS in England, and are undertaking a range of significant programmes to deliver further improvements.
Job overview
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.
You will play a pivotal role in providing support and guidance across the HRA working with our suppliers to help design, implement, and maintain our cloud infrastructure, ensuring our systems are scalable, reliable, and secure.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will:
* 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 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 are empowered to carry out their responsibilities.
* Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, cloud technologies, and best practices.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
* Microsoft certification or equivalent self-study knowledge
Knowledge, Skills and Expertise
* Knowledge in cloud engineering or cloud architecture with a focus on Microsoft Azure
* Strong understanding of networking, security, and identity management in Azure.
Experience
* Experience of collaborating with a wider project team to identify and deliver the right solutions
* Experience with DevOps practices and tools, including Azure DevOps, Git, or similar
* Proven experience of delivering digital transformation in a complex organisation with multiple stakeholders.
Interpersonal Skills
* Anticipates customer needs to provide excellent service continually striving to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Other
* Commitment to inclusivity and valuing diversity
* Willingness to travel regularly throughout the UK with occasional overnight stays
In return for your commitment, we offer excellent opportunities for personal development and a healthy work-life balance. The HRA is committed to promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality. We welcome and encourage applications, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity and gender expression, disability, race, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, sex or sexual orientation or any other personal circumstances. Reasonable adjustments to the interview process can be made upon request, for candidates with a disability. The HRA welcomes applicants who are interested in flexible working including job share, part time work, secondments or home-based working. Please discuss any preferred flexibility at your interview.
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