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On-call is a compensated rota, with the details set out in our on-call policy.\nKey Responsibilities: \nLead the design, development, and delivery of complex automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and AI-powered solutions across Azure and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) environments. \nDevelop and implement reusable automation frameworks, standards, and engineering patterns to improve consistency, scalability, and operational efficiency. \nDrive the adoption of AI-first ways of working by introducing innovative automation and AI capabilities that enhance service delivery and operational effectiveness. \nLead initiatives to automate provisioning, reduce manual effort, and improve operational resilience across cloud operations functions. \nDesign and maintain Infrastructure as Code solutions using industry-standard tools and practices to ensure secure, reliable, and repeatable deployments. \nBuild and enhance CI/CD pipelines to support efficient, automated, and compliant deployment processes. \nEmbed security, identity management, access controls, and secrets management into automation solutions by default, ensuring secure-by-design practices. \nDrive improvements in system resilience, recovery capabilities, and operational performance through well-engineered automation solutions. \nImplement cost-optimisation and FinOps practices within automation and cloud provisioning processes to improve resource efficiency and reduce waste. \nProvide technical leadership on complex automation, cloud engineering, and AI initiatives, serving as a trusted subject matter expert for the team. \nMentor, coach, and develop engineers, improving automation, AI, and cloud engineering capabilities across the Cloud Operations function. \nLead code reviews, technical knowledge-sharing sessions, training workshops, and demonstrations to promote engineering excellence and adoption of best practices. \nCollaborate with internal technology teams and stakeholders to evaluate, implement, and optimise cloud, automation, and AI tooling. \nChampion engineering standards that improve security, compliance, reliability, and the protection of customer data and services. \nContribute to continuous improvement initiatives, team strategy development, and the advancement of automation and AI capabilities across the organisation. \nLead by example in fostering a collaborative, innovative, and learning-focused culture that encourages the adoption of modern cloud, automation, and AI practices. \nSupport technical decision-making and provide leadership coverage on complex engineering matters when required. \nEnsure automation solutions align with organisational security, compliance, governance, and operational standards. \nSkills, Knowledge and Experience:\nRequired Qualifications and Experience\nMinimum 10 years' experience \nExtensive hands-on automation and scripting experience across multiple languages\nAdvanced Infrastructure as Code across Azure and OCI (Terraform, Bicep)\nProven design and delivery of complex CI/CD and automation solutions\nExperience building and operating AI / LLM-assisted tooling or agents\nStrong grasp of security, identity (Microsoft Entra / IAM) and secrets management\nUnderstanding of resilience, DR and recovery objectives (RTO/RPO, failover)\nA track record of mentoring engineers and leading technical work\nPreferred Qualifications and Experience\nExperience applying FinOps to optimise cloud cost through automation\nFamiliarity with ISO 27001, SOC 2 or GDPR control expectations\nExperience contributing to engineering standards or reusable patterns\nKlipboard is embracing AI at pace across our products and ways of working. We’re looking for people who are curious about how AI can enhance productivity, decision-making and customer outcomes, and who are open to learning and adapting as this space evolves.\nCompany Info\nYou may also have seen from our recent posts that we are excited to begin sharing our new company name - Klipboard. Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS) is becoming Klipboard and our new brand is designed to bring together our expertise across distribution, automotive, retail, rental, transport management, manufacturing, and field service management. We have offices based across the world and we are looking for talented individuals to join our growing teams. Due to our growth over the last few years it is an exciting time to join us as we enter our next chapter! At Klipboard we've introduced a flexible hybrid work policy, where employees spend three days in the office and two days working from home. This approach promotes a balanced work environment that combines office collaboration with the comfort and convenience of remote work.\"\nEqual Opportunities\nAs a global company, we value and respect the diversity of our workforce, aiming to empower everyone to embrace each other's differences. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to our company and culture. We recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce, where creativity and valuing differences enable us all to thrive and sparks innovation.\nIf you require any help, adjustments and/or support during the interview and offer process then please advise our TA or HR team.\nResearch shows that women and other underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a role unless they meet every listed requirement. However, we recognise that skills and experience come in many forms, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every criterion. If you are passionate about this role and believe you have the right mindset and transferrable skills, we would love to hear from you!\nTo all recruitment agencies: Klipboard does not accept agency speculative resumes. At present we only accept CV’s from Agencies on our PSL who have been assigned specific position/s. 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