Cloud Engineer Remote (UK only) Up to £110,000 +ISO options from day 1 **ideally you'll possess a degree in Computer Science / Mathematics (or similar) from a top university and worked for an AI native or AI focussed business. Better Placed Tech has partnered with a Microsoft backed AI business that has exited stealth mode and is building next-gen LLMs. They were founded in Silicon valley and with another funding round in 2025 they are now looking to grow out their UK based team. The founding team is composed of industry leaders and innovators taken from some of the best-known tech businesses and educational institutions on the globe. They’re working on cutting edge technologies that are revolutionizing the AI landscape. Now is the time for an experienced Cloud Engineer to come on board and really own their cloud and infrastructure. This role is fully remote, but it would be good if you are open to travelling to Silicon Valley 1-2 times per year for collaboration. The Job You’ll be a talented, motivated Cloud Engineer with several years of experience in multi-cloud environments. As a key UK hire you will lead on architecture, improvements and managing of their cloud infrastructure. Required Skills and Experience: • 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering, infrastructure engineering, some AI start up experience on top would be excellent • Experience with cloud native applications and microservice architecture • Hands-on experience with IaC (Terraform, Cloudformation) and platform control planes (Kubernetes API and Operators) • Experience of working in multi-cloud environments. Mainly AWS with some Azure and GCP. Knolwedge of services like EC2 and Sagemaker would be advantageous • Hands-on experience building internal and edge network infrastructure in cloud environments • Hands-on experience with Container Orchestration platforms like ECS or Kubernetes, as well as service mesh (Istio, Envoy, etc.) • Experience with edge/CDN networking products (Cloudflare, Cloudfront, Fastly, etc.) Day to Day • Work directly with the engineering and research leaders in the US and UK to assess optimal cloud solutions • Architect and manage cloud-based infrastructure on AWS, Azure, and GCP leveraging services like EC2, S3, Sagemaker, Vertex etc • Ensure efficient data storage, processing, and security policies • Identify, analyse, and fix weak points in cloud infrastructure and deployment issues • Leverage infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform and Ansible to automate provisioning, configuration, and deployment of infrastructure resources • Assist in building robust backend services and APIs using Python (Django, Flask, or FastAPI) to power infrastructure operations and integrations • Design and implement efficient CI/CD pipelines using tools like Gitlab CI/CD to streamline software delivery and infrastructure provisioning • Focus on design and implementation of software defined networks, cloud landing zones and VPCs, cloud security, application and network firewalls. This is a truly unique opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry on a ground-breaking AI project, for a confidential discussion please apply with an up to date CV.

Software Engineer (ecommerce team) React / Node / Typescript Hybrid 2 days per week - Chester £35,000 - £42,000 Are you a mid-level developer ready to make a meaningful impact at a company that values customer service, teamwork, and community? Are you resilient, efficient, and driven? If so, join our client's team and help shape the future of eCommerce. Our client fosters a supportive and collaborative environment, recognizing and celebrating all employees for their hard work. They provide excellent career progression opportunities, a competitive salary structure, and a bespoke training platform. Role Purpose: As a software Developer within the Online IT team, you’ll collaborate with a skilled team to support various stakeholders. Your primary focus will be on advancing the online business, with a significant role in the recently launched headless storefront powered by React and Salesforce Responsibilities: Develop new features, interactive components, A/B tests, and tools that enhance user experience. Support the eCommerce platform, including Iceland’s primary site and mobile applications. Work on diverse projects, including Salesforce integrations, cloud operations, and more. Key Areas of Focus: Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver enhancements and new features. Implement changes that drive daily eCommerce operations. Set up A/B test campaigns and incorporate successful outcomes. Develop microservices and tools for campaigns. Support and develop non-transactional sites and the core Commerce Cloud platform. Engage in solution planning, retrospectives, and technical reviews. Key Skills: Strong teamwork and communication abilities. Positive, proactive, and adaptable. Collaborative and idea-oriented, with a keen eye for time management. Technical Skills Required: Proficiency in TypeScript, JavaScript, SCSS, and HTML. Familiarity with frameworks like Node.js and React.js. Experience or knowledge in eCommerce platforms, CMS tools, and cloud computing (AWS, GCP, Azure). What You’ll Gain: Our client offers a supportive work environment with abundant career growth opportunities. In addition, you’ll enjoy: Discounts: on restaurants and supermarkets 33 days of holiday (including bank holidays). Nest Pension scheme, onsite parking, and car charging stations. Access to a subsidized staff restaurant Bespoke training platform and mentor Other perks: Christmas vouchers, Refer-a-Friend scheme, and long-service awards. Take this opportunity to grow with a company that values dedication and innovation. Apply now to be a part of our client’s dynamic team!

PHP / Laravel Developer - Junior - Mid level Central Manchester 3 days onsite Unlimited Holidays Monthly socials Full access to laracasts and training programme. £30,000 - 45,000 The business is part of a 220m revenue group, but operates independently meaning, you get the benefits of what a large corporate can offer, minus the red tape and politics. This role will be split between two businesses within the group, one focussed on a greenfield internal SaaS project, the other in effect acting as an agency for a number of other businesses within the group globally. The business is looking for PHP / Laravel engineers with a minimum of 1 year commercial experience who is able to work in central Manchester 3 days per week. You'll be working alongside some seriously talented senior engineers who will provide guidance and training whilst getting you up to speed on their processes and projects. Must Haves Ability to work end to end on complex PHP and Laravel applications. Whilst most projects will be greenfield its important that you are passionate about improving code quality and using TDD as part of your day to day role. Enjoys sharing knowledge and working closely with wider team Using OOP and MVC architecture for the bulk of your career to date Nice to Have Exposure and decent understanding of FE tech (JavaScript / CSS / HTML / Vue / React) Experience with database management and design on large scale complex solutions. 2 stage Process Initial 30 min chat with CTO Technical Interview is onsite and question based with a short paired task Process can be wrapped up within a week. To learn more about this exciting opportunity please apply with an up to date CV