Platform Engineer

Hays are now looking for a Platform Engineer on a 12 month contract. The role is focused on engineering, database development, automation, integration, DevOps, and platform development.

• £430 p/d Inside IR35 - 12 Months
• 2 days p/w in the office, 3 days WFH
• Location is Manchester
• Must have C#, MS SQL, PowerShell, API's, Kafka

Join a high-performing engineering team responsible for delivering critical cyber and infrastructure solutions across the organisation. You'll play a key role in designing, developing and automating scalable platforms, working across databases, APIs, integration technologies and DevOps tooling to enhance and support enterprise-level services.

What you'll be doing

• Designing, developing and enhancing enterprise applications and platform solutions using C# and .NET technologies.
• Building and supporting RESTful APIs, integrations and automation capabilities using PowerShell and JSON-based interfaces.
• Developing and optimising SQL Server-based solutions, with exposure to MongoDB beneficial.
• Implementing and supporting event-driven integrations using Kafka.
• Automating deployment and operational processes using Ansible, Git and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins.
• Collaborating with engineers, architects and stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable and resilient solutions.
• Producing and maintaining technical documentation, ensuring adherence to governance, security and change control standards.
• Leveraging AI-assisted development tools to improve engineering efficiency and delivery.

What we're looking for

• Strong commercial experience developing solutions with C# and Web APIs.
• Proven expertise with SQL Server and database-driven application development.
• Experience with PowerShell scripting, automation and DevOps practices.
• Knowledge of Kafka, Ansible and modern CI/CD toolchains.
• Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies and software development lifecycle best practices.
• Understanding of software design principles, data structures, algorithms and coding standards.

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