Join Kainos and Shape the Future At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together. We believe in a **people-first culture**, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration. Ready to make your mark? **Join us and be part of something bigger.Main purpose of the role & responsibilities in the business:As a Senior Platform Engineer** you will play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining the pipelines and infrastructure that power our enterprise SaaS platforms - Smart Test and Smart Audit, our market-leading automation and compliance solutions for Workday. This role combines hands-on platform engineering with cloud automation, and continuous improvements to support thousands of enterprise users globally. It’s a fast-paced environment and you’ll be trusted to make sound, reasoned decisions. You’ll do this whilst learning about new technologies and approaches, with talented colleagues that will help you to learn, develop and grow. **Your Key Responsibilities Will Include**

*   Working as part of a team - You’ll work alongside colleagues in engineering, testing, consulting, product management and security capabilities to build, test and deploy software of the highest quality.
*   Using technology for positive impact – You’ll ensure the latest technologies are employed appropriately to extract maximum user and business benefit. You’ll ensure alignment to industry standards and best practices.
*   Putting people first - you’ll support your colleagues and facilitate an inclusive DevOps culture in all that you do.
*   Finding your voice – As a respected voice within your team and to our customers, you’ll drive conversations and decisions to ensure services are scalable, secure, reliable and performant.
*   Supporting services through Live Operation – Getting services into production is just the beginning with the fun truly starting when real users start interacting with the service you’ve built. You’ll make sure the service is available, secure and performant as you strive to continuously improve it.
*   Becoming a Role Model – You’ll embody the Kainos values and be the person people look up to. You’ll proactively coach and mentor more junior members of the team.
*   Pushing the boundaries – Through exposure to technology you may develop specialisms and choose to pivot your career in a certain direction.

**Minimum (essential) Requirements**

*   We all work in teams here in Kainos – a proven ability of strong team skills, including working in a multi-disciplinary team is crucial.
*   Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate issues to other technicalpeople, and sometimes to non-technical people.
*   Significant expertise in:

*   Use of multiple configuration management, infrastructure provisioning and automation tools.
*   Fluency in least one of the following: Powershell, Bash, Python, Ruby, Go, Groovy.

*   Demonstrable experience in:

*   Designing, building, testing, automating, monitoring and supporting significant components withina modern digital service platform in production environments.
*   Producing designs that are scalable, resilient, efficient, secure, cost-effective and minimise lock-in.
*   Contributing to technical decisions and direction in a collaborative team environment, including architecture, estimation, product planning, user story/requirement creation and advocating MVP.
*   Implementing modern Continuous Delivery processes for releasing software for releasing software to production.
*   Applying industry best practices and patterns across infrastructure and application components e.g. security, elasticity, performance.
*   Using public cloud platform(s) to solve business problems (AWS or Azure).
*   Applying configuration management, infrastructure provisioning and container orchestration tooling to solve business problems.
*   Using modern version control systems including git. Debugging complex problems across multipleservers, services and tools – you can find the needle in the haystack.

**Desirable**

*   Third level – or equivalent - qualification in a related discipline.
*   Obtained mid-level certification with a public cloud provider (AWS/Azure).
*   Active participation in knowledge sharing activities, both within the team and with wider non-technical audiences.
*   Experience of cloud-native SaaS and PaaS technologies.
*   We are passionate about developing people – experience in managing, mentoring and coaching junior members of staff is important.

**Embracing our differences**   At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive.   We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are.   We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field. Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out. We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.

Senior Platform Engineer

**AVEVA is creating software trusted by over 90% of leading industrial companies.Position:** Senior Cloud DevOps Engineer **Previous experience:** Experience in cloud software development or DevOps/SRE, ideally with a focus on C#, .NET Core, and Azure-based solutions. **Location:** Derry / Londonderry, Northern Ireland – Hybrid (3 days at the office) **Employment type:** Full-time regular (flexible working options available) **The job** As part of the Research and Development function, the global Cloud DevOps team combines software development and cloud operations to provide continuous integration and delivery of cloud-enabled products and solutions, along with continuous monitoring to ensure various cloud-specific customer requirements/SLAs are met. As a Senior Cloud DevOps Engineer you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and implementing advanced cloud-based applications and services. Your work will focus on pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in cloud computing, exploring new technologies, and developing innovative solutions that align with the company’s strategic goals. Working closely with your development and portfolio colleagues, together you will bring new solutions to the cloud following a standard framework to ensure they are operationally secure, stable and scalable. The global, 24x7 nature of the team means there may be a requirement for occasional work outside of the standard day and to be on call as part of a shared team rota. **Key Responsibilities**

*   Provide timely and effective response to incidents to minimise the impact on our customers and keep colleagues updated as required.
*   Work with development teams to advise and contribute to improvements to operational stability, security, cost management and reporting requirements for our cloud solutions.
*   Continually develop and improve DevOps processes, adding value through optimisation, automation and effective reporting.
*   Oversee relevant Cloud deployments to ensure successful implementation, track and report progress, resolve or escalate release issues.
*   Proactively manage cloud environments to minimise service impacting issues, including infrastructure as code, certificates, storage, health status, backup status etc.
*   Ensure new services meet required operational readiness standards before being accepted into operations.
*   Ensure on-going compliance to security practices and policies.
*   Provide subject matter expertise to business stakeholders as required.
*   Maintain clear and accurate operational documentation.
*   Stay current on security industry trends, tools and best practices.

**Ideal Experience** The following list applies to Azure and/or AWS Platforms.

*   At least 5 years of experience in software development or DevOps/SRE, with at least 3 years focused on cloud environments.
*   Strong programming skills in languages such as C#, Go, Node.js or Java.
*   Expertise in cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
*   Proficient in containerization technologies like Docker or Kubernetes.
*   Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or GitHub.
*   Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
*   Knowledge and experience of operational support, software development and deployment methodologies and principles.
*   Knowledge of PowerShell or Node.js scripting.
*   Knowledge of API, REST, microservices and serverless architectures.
*   Deep understanding of cloud security, networking, and storage solutions.
*   Willingness to learn cloud security principles, practices and tools.
*   Strong written, verbal and presentation skills, able to convey information clearly and concisely to technical and non-technical audiences.
*   Excellent analysis and dissemination skills.

**Great Skills To Have**

*   Attention to detail, diligent and tenacious.
*   Experience of Azure Service Operator (ASO), Helm and GitOps practices.
*   Knowledge of cloud trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
*   Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
*   Ability to work independently and manage multiple project simultaneously.
*   Hands-on experience working within an Information Security accredited framework e.g. ISO27001, 27017/18.
*   Experience working in Agile software development such as Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).

**The team you’ll join** “Our team is doing some of the most exciting work at AVEVA: working with a broad range of cloud technologies and services across multiple platforms, keeping our customers and AVEVA safe and secure.” –Phil Bailey (manager) **R&D at AVEVA** Our global team of 2000+ developers work on an incredibly diverse portfolio of over 75 industrial automation and engineering products, which cover everything from data management to 3D design. AI and cloud are at the centre of our strategy, and we have over 150 patents to our name. Our track record of innovation is no fluke – it’s the result of a structured and deliberate focus on learning, collaboration and inclusivity. If you want to build applications that solve big problems, join us! **UK Benefits include:** Flexible benefits fund, emergency leave days, adoption leave, 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), pension, life cover, private medical insurance, parental leave, education assistance program. It’s possible we’re hiring for this position in multiple countries, in which case the above benefits apply to the primary location. Specific benefits vary by country, but our packages are similarly comprehensive. Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/benefits/ **Hybrid working** By default, employees are expected to be in their local AVEVA office three days a week, but some positions are fully office-based. Roles supporting particular customers or markets are sometimes remote. **Hiring process** Interested? Great! Get started by submitting your cover letter and CV through our application portal. AVEVA is committed to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities. Please let us know in advance if you need reasonable support during your application process. Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/hiring-process **About AVEVA** AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software with more than 6,500 employees in over 40 countries. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life – such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals, and minerals – safely, efficiently, and more sustainably. We are committed to embedding sustainability and inclusion into our operations, our culture, and our core business strategy. Learn more about how we are progressing against our ambitious 2030 targets: sustainability-report.aveva.com/ Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/ AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a drug screening and comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third-party personal data may involve additional background check criteria. AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business. AVEVA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your recruiter. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Senior Cloud DevOps Engineer

**A LITTLE INFORMATION ABOUT US!**

Foods Connected is a cloud based software platform that helps retailers and food companies across the world manage their supply chain, quality control and trading and planning management. As a team, we provide tools that help our customers manage their processes in a fast and efficient way and provide real-time visibility and reporting on what is happening in their business. At Foods Connected, we recognise that our employees are our most important asset and we value creating a great working environment to ensure our team enjoy working together and solving problems for our customers. Whether we are in the middle of a fast and intense development sprint, on a Teams call discussing our project statuses or enjoying a game of ping-pong or pool in the office, it is important to us that our employees are happy and delivering the best possible result for our customers.

We’re always keen to welcome talented individuals to join our team. So if you’re driven, with a passion for developing simple software solutions, creating great user experiences, designing scalable solutions for real business challenges and ensuring customer happiness then we’re looking for you!

**IS THIS SOMETHING THAT INTERESTS YOU?**

A successful candidate will be a strong software developer, proven leader, and good networker according to the role’s responsibilities with an interest in Supply Chain Management Software for Food Safety, Compliance, Procurement and CSR. You’ll be capable of becoming productive lead Engineer on an existing project within 8 weeks and of creating a brand new project from scratch within 3 months without technical assistance.

It’s essential to the individual in this role, to take on some management responsibilities (e.g. line management, providing performance feedback, and approving leave).

**What you will be doing**

The successful candidate will take on the following _responsibilities._

1.  Develop high-quality software
2.  Set an example and coach others in writing code with robust tests and CI ensuring our solutions remain intuitive to new starters and consistent across products.
3.  Set an example and coach others in reviewing code to ensure changes meet requirements, handle edge cases (particularly in integrations across products), and improve best practices.
4.  Improving the process for requesting and monitoring successful deployments, coaching others to do the process.
5.  Participate in long-term product & technical decisions across products, seeking out advice from peers and non-technical departments (e.g. Product, UX, etc).
6.  Facilitate, lead, and recommend initiatives and communities that help the team become better and move with new trends.
7.  Collaborate with others (particularly across other departments)
8.  Collaborate pro-actively with customers and colleagues across departments to identify and resolve needs of teams and customers in a timely manner (including via RFPs and SOWs).
9.  Maintain strong connections communicating politely with candour, humility, and honesty.
10.  Constructively give, openly receive, and swiftly act on feedback.
11.  Live the company values: Simplicity, Service, Innovation.
12.  Coach others to lead projects (epics, support cases, and features), unblock themselves and deliver pull requests to the master/main branch every iteration.
13.  Help evolve and sustain the business
14.  Working with the Product Owner and Stakeholders to define and execute objectives & key results without requiring much input from stakeholders.
15.  Working with the Product Owner to autonomously define and prioritise the team’s vision & roadmap to meet OKRs and KPIs identifying dependencies without requiring much input from stakeholders.
16.  Provide documentation and coaching to help others resolve support cases and incidents by interpreting information from various sources (other products, databases, logs, etc) to verify an issue and its root cause.
17.  Resolve and co-ordinate the resolution of support cases and incidents that span multiple products autonomously with consistent updates to the customer.
18.  Identify new and existing product & technical problems, opportunities, and synergies worth investment.

**What we are looking for**

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following _essential attributes._

*   **Databases:** Strong experience with MS SQL.
*   **Programming:** Strong experience architecting software and setting tech direction at scale.
*   **Backend:** Strong experience with .NET framework, OAuth/SAML, and queuing services.
*   **Frontend:** Strong experience with React, cross-platform development, and accessibility.
*   **Testing:** Strong experience with testing, static typing, linting, and compilation tooling.
*   **Versioning:** Strong experience with version control and CI/CD (e.g. Git & Github Actions).
*   **Results-Focused:** Strong experience with planning and demonstrating results with an agile mindset.
*   **Leadership:** Experience of leading productive technical meetings internally and with customers.
*   **Service-Oriented:** Experience anticipating, recognising and meeting needs of teams and customers.
*   **Communication:** Ability to communicate well with technical and non-technical colleagues.
*   **Problem-Solving:** Determination to resolve problems (e.g. performance) with critical thinking skills.

It would be advantageous (but not essential) to have the following **_desirable attributes._**

*   Experience coaching experienced members through difficult technical challenges.
*   Led a team and/or demonstrated an ability to be a productive Software Engineer in at least three teams.
*   Experience using .NET/TypeScript and CI/CD.
*   Confidence in talking directly to customers face-to-face.
*   Achievement of a third level qualification in Computer Science or similar field.
*   10+ years professional experience in Software Engineering.

**Benefits:**

*   Competitive Base Salary
*   Employee Performance Related Bonus
*   Clear Career Progression
*   Flexible Working Hours
*   Matched Employee Pension
*   Generous Holiday Package
*   Secure Company Hardware

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