Holt Recruitment

Cloud Infrastructure and Data Operations Lead

Are you an experienced AWS professional ready to take the lead on optimising cloud infrastructure and data workflows in a cutting-edge environment? Our partner are hiring a Cloud Infrastructure & Data Operations Lead to oversee AWS cloud resource management, cost optimisation, data transfer, and secure cloud development processes.

This is a highly collaborative role that bridges data, engineering, and operations to support large-scale survey and machine learning workflows.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage and optimise AWS infrastructure (EC2, S3, RDS, etc.) for scalability, cost-efficiency, and performance
- Design and implement robust cloud solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Automate cloud management tasks using AWS-native tools (Lambda, Step Functions, CloudWatch)
- Continuously improve data processing, storage, and deployment efficiency
- Develop modular, cloud-native systems and support ML/AI and automation projects
- Train and support internal teams on AWS best practices and cloud usage
- Lead cloud security and compliance efforts, including adherence to ISO27001 standards
- Serve as Information Security Manager (ISM) when required
- Troubleshoot and resolve cloud infrastructure issues to minimise downtime
- Collaborate with internal teams to streamline cloud-based data pipelines and operational workflows

What You’ll Need

- 7+ years in cloud computing / cloud architecture.
- Extensive hands-on AWS experience (EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, RDS, Lambda, CloudWatch).
- Proven expertise in AWS cost optimisation and billing management.
- Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (e.g., Terraform or CloudFormation).
- Strong documentation, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or similar.
- Familiarity with concepts like IAC, resilience, high availability, monitoring, and observability.
- AWS certifications strongly preferred.

Nice to Have

- Experience in control systems, machine learning, or marine industry applications.
- Exposure to Microsoft Azure infrastructure.

Additional Info

- Applicants must have the right to work in Ireland or the EU – no sponsorship currently offered.
- Role is based onsite in Co.

Louth, Ireland.

Ready to lead the way in cloud operations for a fast-growing, tech-driven team? Apply now.


  • Start: 05/08/2025
  • Rate: €85000 - €95000 per annum, Benefits: Annual Bonus, Private Health Insurance & more!
  • Location: County Louth,Ireland
  • Type: Permanent
  • Industry: Engineering
  • Recruiter: Holt Recruitment
  • Contact: Tom Todd
  • Tel: 03333 448009
  • Email: to view click here
  • Reference: V-50020
  • Posted: 2025-08-05 16:31:05 -

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