Lead Azure Platform Engineer

Lead Azure Platform Engineer

Fintech Scaleup | Remote (Once a month in London) | Up to £115,000 + Bonus + Generous Benefits

Take ownership of Azure. Shape the platform. Drive the technology forward.

We're working with an ambitious fintech scaleup looking for a Lead Azure Platform Engineer to take ownership of its cloud platform, lead a small team of talented engineers, and help shape the future of its technology.

This is an opportunity to join a growing business where you'll have the autonomy to influence architectural decisions, drive engineering best practices, and define how the Azure platform evolves as the business continues to scale.

The role offers a genuine 50/50 split between hands-on engineering and technical leadership, making it ideal for someone who enjoys getting into the detail technically while leading a team and setting the wider platform direction.

The Role

You'll lead a team of three platform engineers, taking ownership of the design, development, security, and ongoing evolution of the Azure platform.

Working closely with engineering leadership and wider technology teams, you'll have the opportunity to challenge existing approaches, introduce new ideas, and make meaningful decisions about the technologies, architecture, and engineering practices that underpin the business.

Your responsibilities will include:

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