As the Technology Manager - Cloud Operations, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and managing our cloud-based technology infrastructure. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure the smooth operation and maintenance of our cloud systems, guaranteeing high availability, security, and performance. You will lead a team of cloud engineers and collaborate closely with other technology departments to align our cloud strategy with business objectives. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving innovation, optimizing costs, and ensuring our cloud environment is future-proof and adaptable to changing market dynamics.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of cloud engineers, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient and effective cloud operations.
- Develop and implement cloud strategies, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives.
- Ensure high availability, security, and performance of cloud-based systems and applications.
- Monitor and optimize cloud infrastructure, identifying areas for improvement and cost reduction.
- Collaborate with other technology teams to integrate cloud solutions into existing systems and processes.
- Stay updated with the latest cloud technologies and industry trends, driving innovation and adopting best practices.
- Manage cloud service providers and negotiate contracts to ensure cost-effective and reliable services.
- Implement robust disaster recovery plans and ensure business continuity in the event of cloud-related disruptions.
- Conduct regular performance reviews and provide recommendations for optimizing cloud resource utilization.
- Document and maintain cloud architecture, ensuring clear and accurate records for future reference and expansion.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in managing cloud operations, with a proven track record of success.
- Fully qualified to degree level in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Additional qualifications or certifications in cloud technologies, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, are preferred.
- Demonstrated expertise in cloud architecture, design, and implementation, with a focus on security and scalability.
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team of cloud engineers.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and build strong relationships.
- Proficiency in cloud monitoring and management tools, such as AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, or similar.
- Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes is highly advantageous.
- A solid understanding of AI and its applications in cloud environments is desirable.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions to optimize cloud operations.
Reward & Benefits
We've highlighted below some of our standard Rewards & Benefits that our colleagues receive. Please note, some roles come with additional benefits such as bonus, company car allowance etc. you'll find further details where applicable in our adverts, or you can speak to someone in our resourcing team for more information.
Plan your journey
Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited, Hilmore House, 71 Gain Lane, Bradford, United Kingdom, BD3 7DL
Learning and development is at the heart of our business
As you can imagine, Morrisons is a busy place to be. There’s lots going on - processes, changes, new initiatives, different ways of working. And that’s just on a Monday morning.
It means there’s a lot to learn. But learning isn’t just about understanding what’s involved in day-to-day workloads. It’s also about growing and developing in your career, too. That’s why we’ve made sure that learning and development is at the heart of our business. We’re here to make sure everyone has everything they need to be their best - and to go as far as they want.
Our DE&I workstreams
We're proud to have a diverse group of colleagues working here. We want everyone to feel valued in an environment where we promote respect, where they feel a sense of belonging, and feel celebrated as individuals.
These are the moments that matter to them - and they matter to us, too.
Everyone is welcome to get involved in our Ethnic Diversity, Ability, LGBTQ+, Women, and Family & Carers workstreams, too. They’re designed to help us better reflect our customers, colleagues, and communities so we can become an even more inclusive business.
As a business, we love bringing people together. And we think it’s one of the biggest reasons to be part of our team.
Our Process
We've outlined below what our typical process looks like, this can vary slightly depending upon the role or team you've applied for. Our goal is to provide a positive and accessible experience for all applicants, ensuring everyone has the support they need to showcase their best selves.
Our resourcing team are on hand to help with any questions about your application and you can reach them by e-mailing resourcing@morrisonsplc.co.uk.
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Find an opportunity that's right for you
Once you've found a role that's right for you, you can apply via this site. If it's your first time applying with us then we'll need all your essential information and we might ask you to upload your most recent CV. If you've applied for roles with us before then we should recognise you and you won't need to share these details again, unless something has changed that you need to update us on.
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Online Assessment (Customer Assistant roles)
After your application, we might send you an e-mail and ask you to complete an online assessment. This is typically a situation judgement test where we'll ask you ten questions with mutliple choice answers and takes around 10-15 minutes to complete. The questions will give you a feel for the types of scenarios you might encounter working in our stores - think customer first.
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Let's find out more
For some of our stores and site roles, if you've been successful with your application we might just e-mail and ask you to book a slot for your interview. For other roles our resourcing team will get in touch with you to find out a bit more about you and why you applied. They'll also answer any questions you might have about us and the role. After all, it's a two way process!
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Interview
Our interviews are typically face to face but can sometimes be virtual. Don't worry, we'll advise either way. Your interview can differ depending on the role or team. Part of the interview may include some competency questions against our Ways of Working (listed below).
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Final Stage
With some of our roles there might be a second interveiw. This tends to be for roles in our Head Office and some salaried positions across our stores and sites. As part of this second stage, we might ask you to complete a task, such as a SWOT analysis or something similar, and present it back during the interview. This helps us understand your approach and thinking about the role.
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Decision
Our resourcing team or the store or site you've applied to will be in touch with you as soon as they can to let you know the outcome. If you've been successful we'll share the details of our offer with you and follow up with everything you need on e-mail.
Ways of Working
Our Ways of Working are like a set of values that define our core beliefs, guide decision-making, and shape our culture and how we operate.
Customer First - I care about our customers and do everything I can to meet their needs
Teamwork - I always play my part in the team, and I recognise we go further together
Working Freely in a Framework - I’m trusted to make my own decisions and encouraged to improve things for customers and for us
Care and Respect - We care more and try harder; for each other, for everyone around Morrisons
Listen and Respond - I take the time to talk with and listen to colleagues and customers, and always do the right thing for the them
Grow Sales, Low Cost - I understand my part in the end-to-end process and look for ways to drive improvement
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