Lead DevOps Engineer / Platform Engineering Manager

About the role

We are seeking a Lead DevOps Engineer / Platform Engineering Manager to drive the modernisation of a fast‑growing online retailer’s cloud platform. The role combines hands‑on engineering with leadership, working closely with the existing engineering team to improve automation, reliability and DevOps culture.

Key responsibilities

• Modernise and optimise the AWS‑based platform, including Kubernetes clusters and associated services.
• Lead a small DevOps team, providing technical guidance and fostering a collaborative culture.
• Design and implement automation for deployment, monitoring and scaling.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to align platform capabilities with business goals.
• Ensure database reliability and performance across MariaDB, MySQL and PostgreSQL.

Required profile

• Proven experience in a DevOps leadership role, balancing hands‑on work with team mentorship.
• Strong problem‑solving mindset with a focus on improving production platforms.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment, attending the London office two days per week.

Required skills

• AWS
• Kubernetes
• Python
• MariaDB
• MySQL
• PostgreSQL

What we offer

• Competitive salary £100k‑£105k per annum.
• Hybrid working model (2 days on‑site in London).
• Opportunity to shape the platform strategy of a successful online retailer.