AWS Platform Lead

Posted 03 October 2025
Salary Competitive
LocationKnutsford
Job type Contract
Discipline Software Engineering
Reference75118
Remote working Hybrid/Flexible

Job description

Job Title: AWS Platform Lead
Location: Knutsford (candidates must be within 1 hour or willing to relocate)
Contract Duration: Until 31st December 2025
Day Rate: £425 (Inside IR35)
Onsite Requirement: 2–3 days per week (non-consecutive)

The Role
We are seeking an experienced AWS Platform Lead to provide both technical leadership and strategic direction for our cloud transformation. You will lead a team of AWS engineers and architects, drive adoption and migration strategies, and ensure secure, scalable, and resilient AWS solutions that align with business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage AWS engineers and architects.

  • Define and deliver cloud adoption and migration strategies.

  • Design and implement secure, scalable AWS architectures.

  • Oversee deployment, monitoring, and optimisation of AWS infrastructure.

  • Conduct well-architected reviews and ensure compliance with best practices.

  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources.

  • Mentor team members and provide technical guidance.

  • Collaborate with DevOps, Security, and Application Development teams.

  • Drive automation using IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation) and CI/CD pipelines.

  • Stay up to date with AWS services and emerging cloud technologies.

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience in leading AWS-focused teams and projects.

  • Strong expertise in AWS architecture, migration, and cloud best practices.

  • Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code and automation tools.

  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.