ESTHER is a provider of technology and financial services working with Governments and Foundations globally to solve the problem of chronic poverty. The platform enables the quick, safe and traceable distribution of financial aid from organizations to vetted recipients.
Working with ESTHER, Local Government and Foundations create bespoke programs distributing funds directly to registered recipients in crisis.
The Opportunity:
We are in search of a highly skilled Senior Cloud Engineer with extensive experience in AWS services to join our team. As a Senior Cloud Engineer, the candidate will play a pivotal role in architecting, developing, and optimizing cloud-based solutions on the AWS platform.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in databases, Python programming, serverless architecture, IaC, CI/CD, and data pipeline technologies. The candidate should be prepared to work in a fast-paced distributed team and willing to travel sporadically.
Main Responsibilities
- Architect, design, develop, and deploy cloud-based solutions on the AWS platform using the right services for scalable and cost-effective solutions
- Develop and maintain databases, including relational and non-relational database
- Write clean, simple, well-documented and effective Python code for our serverless architecture
- Design and implement data pipelines for real-time data processing
- Utilize Infrastructure as Code tools such as AWS SAM or Terraform to automate the deployment and management of resources
- Develop and optimize ETL processes for big data processing and analytics
- Troubleshoot and debug issues as they arise
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, define technical solutions, and ensure successful project delivery
- Stay updated on the latest best practices and industry trends, and advocate for their adoption where appropriate
- Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and support to junior team members
Essential Requirements
- Degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
- 5+ years of experience in cloud development, with a focus on the AWS environment
- Strong knowledge of databases, including relational (e.g. RDS, Aurora and PostgreSQL) and non-relational (e.g. DynamoDB) databases
- Deep knowledge of Python, with a focus on developing scalable and maintainable code
- Extensive experience with AWS Lambda functions, Step Functions, and API
- Gateway for building serverless applications
- Hands-on experience with IaC tools like AWS SAM or Terraform
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues in a cloud environment
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and distributed work environment, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines
- Having the right to live and work in the UK
Desirables:
- Familiarity with data pipeline technologies such as Kafka on AWS, Kafka Streams, or similar solutions
- Experience in designing, developing, and optimizing Spark jobs for big data processing and analytics
- Knowledge of AWS Glue for ETL processes
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for automated deployment and continuous integration
- AWS certifications (e.g. AWS Certified Developer, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) are a plus
Benefits:
We know how important a strong team who enjoys collaborating to deliver ambitious projects
is, and we offer a supportive environment where improving skills and gaining new
experience is encouraged.
The successful candidate will have access to the following benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Participation in the company's share options scheme
- Fully remote position, with regular meetings on (at least) a quarterly basis in either
- Belfast or London
- Access to a Professional Development Allowance scheme of £2,000 per annum
- 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays
- Generous maternity and paternity policy