AWS DevOps Engineer (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract, Remote UK)

About The Company

Bristow Holland Ltd is a reputable and innovative organization dedicated to delivering cutting-edge technology solutions across various industries. With a strong emphasis on excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement, the company has established itself as a leader in providing high-quality services and solutions globally. Bristow Holland Ltd prides itself on fostering a dynamic work environment that encourages professional growth and innovation, enabling its team members to thrive and contribute to impactful projects. The company values diversity, integrity, and a client-centric approach, ensuring long-term success and sustainability in a competitive market.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced AWS DevOps Engineer to join Bristow Holland Ltd on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role offers a unique opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in the UK, contributing to the design, development, and optimization of cloud-based applications within a sophisticated AWS environment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability, security, and scalability of complex systems, working closely with cross-functional teams including development, quality assurance, and operations. This position is ideal for a professional passionate about cloud technology, automation, and infrastructure management, eager to make a significant impact on large-scale cloud projects.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess at least 5 years of experience in AWS development or a related field, demonstrating a strong technical background and hands-on expertise. A deep understanding of AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, DynamoDB, and others is essential, along with experience using infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform or CloudFormation. Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines and development tools such as Jenkins, Git, and Docker is required. Advanced scripting skills in TypeScript or JavaScript are highly desirable, with familiarity in other languages like Go being a plus. Candidates should also hold an AWS Certification or equivalent, showcasing their commitment and expertise in cloud technologies. Excellent problem-solving skills, effective communication, and teamwork abilities are critical for success in this role.

Responsibilities

The AWS DevOps Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing scalable, high-performance solutions on AWS, emphasizing robust architecture and efficient coding practices. They will continuously monitor and optimize AWS resources to enhance performance, security, and cost-efficiency. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is vital to ensure seamless integration, deployment, and operation of applications. Implementing and maintaining security best practices and compliance standards across all AWS environments is a key aspect of the role. The engineer will troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues as part of incident response efforts, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal system performance. Maintaining detailed documentation of architectures, configurations, and processes is essential for knowledge sharing and operational continuity. Applying design patterns to promote code reusability and maintainability, developing and executing unit tests following test-driven development (TDD) principles, and translating business requirements into technical deliverables are core responsibilities that contribute to the success of projects.

Benefits

Joining Bristow Holland Ltd as an AWS DevOps Engineer offers numerous benefits, including the flexibility of fully remote working from anywhere within the UK. The role provides an excellent opportunity to be part of a dynamic global organization engaged in large-scale cloud projects, fostering professional growth and skill development. The position offers a competitive salary complemented by comprehensive benefits, supporting work-life balance and overall well-being. Employees will be part of a collaborative and innovative engineering culture that prioritizes continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and technical excellence. This environment encourages creativity, ownership, and the pursuit of new solutions, making it an attractive opportunity for ambitious professionals seeking to advance their careers in cloud technology.

Equal Opportunity

Bristow Holland Ltd is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or background. We believe that a diverse team fosters innovation and drives better business outcomes. All employment decisions are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply and join our journey towards building a respectful, inclusive, and equitable work environment.