Starting Point Recruitment

Job Title: Cloud Engineer Location: West Midlands - Hybrid Job Type: 12 Month FTC Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 Per Year Please note that Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position About the Role: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Cloud Engineer to join the dynamic tech team at one of the West Midlands' fastest growing start ups. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure and services that support our business operations and development initiatives. Key Responsibilities Design and deploy scalable, secure, and highly available cloud solutions. Manage cloud environments in accordance with company security guidelines. Automate cloud operations using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools. Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues across cloud platforms. Collaborate with development teams to support CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native applications. Ensure compliance with best practices and industry standards. Requirements Proven experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Strong understanding of networking, security, and virtualization in cloud environments. Experience with IaC tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates. Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash). Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator). Experience with DevOps practices and tools. Knowledge of cloud cost optimization strategies. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Flexible working arrangements. Opportunities for professional growth and certification. A collaborative and innovative work environment.

Job Title: Software Engineer Location: West Midlands Job Type: 12 Month FTC Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 Per Year Please note that Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. About the Opportunity: We're looking for a talented Software Engineer to join an innovative and fast paced development team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on impactful projects, contribute to cutting edge solutions, and grow your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. What You'll Be Doing: Designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software applications. Collaborating with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver new features and improvements. Writing clean, efficient, and scalable code. Participating in code reviews and contributing to technical discussions. Troubleshooting and resolving software issues across the stack. Staying current with emerging technologies and industry trends. What We're Looking For Solid experience in software development using languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript. Familiarity with modern frameworks and development tools. Understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices. Experience with version control systems like Git. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Desirable Skills: Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Knowledge of Agile methodologies and DevOps practices. Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. What You'll Get: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Flexible working hours and remote options. Opportunities for learning, development, and career progression. A vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking workplace culture.