Head of Backend and Cloud

Waracle are looking for a Head of Backend and Cloud for an exciting new role joining our world-class digital technology consultancy and home to a diverse, smart, curious and ambitious community of specialists in technology-driven transformation.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in backend development using Node.js, with expertise in technologies such as Java, Python, or.NET.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies, including experience with Go, Rust, or similar languages.
• Proven ability to design and articulate robust architectures and build pipelines.
• Demonstrated success in shipping solutions on major hyperscalers, particularly GCP.
• GCP Professional Certifications such as GCP Professional Cloud Architect are highly desirable.
• Expertise in the GCP Well-Architected Framework and technical knowledge around cloud practices, especially networking and cost/performance optimisation.
• Proven track record of leading and mentoring technical teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to confidently present complex solutions at executive levels.
• Strong commercial acumen, with experience in resource planning, budget management, and account growth.
• Ability to act as a trusted advisor to clients and internal stakeholders

Benefits

• 27 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, totaling 35 days of holiday
• Company-matched 5% pension contribution
• Death in Service benefit, providing 2 x annual salary for loved ones
• Medicash Health Cash Plans
• Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support
• Group Sickness Cover
• Home office setup budget for hybrid working
• Access to Udemy Business and a dedicated learning and development budget
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Exclusive gym and retail discounts
• Enhanced parental leave policies
• Spirit of Waracle, our initiative for getting involved in charitable causes locally, building strong team bonds and giving back