Cloud Platform Performance Engineer — UK Cloud

🏢 ABOUT THE COMPANY

Twitter is a global platform where people come to see what's happening in the world. Founded in 2006, our mission is to give everyone the power to create and share ideas and information instantly, without barriers. With over 440 million users worldwide, we are a company that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our culture is built on a foundation of collaboration, empathy, and creativity, and we strive to make a positive impact on the world through our products and services. We are a great place to work because of our commitment to innovation, customer satisfaction, and employee growth.

🎯 ROLE OVERVIEW

The Cloud Platform Performance Engineer will be responsible for designing, building, and operating scalable cloud infrastructure to support the Twitter platform. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize performance bottlenecks, optimize cloud resources, and implement solutions to improve overall system reliability and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud computing, containerization, and monitoring tools. They will also have excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate with engineering teams to drive results.

📋 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Design and implement scalable cloud infrastructure to support Twitter's growing user base.

Develop and maintain monitoring tools to track system performance and identify areas for improvement.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize and resolve performance issues.

Optimize cloud resources to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

Implement containerization solutions to improve deployment speed and reliability.

Develop and maintain documentation to ensure knowledge transfer and consistency.

✅ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.

5+ years of experience in cloud computing, with a focus on performance optimization.

Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), containerization (Docker), and monitoring tools (New Relic, Prometheus).

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate with engineering teams.

Experience with DevOps tools (Ansible, Terraform) and cloud security best practices.

⭐ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field.

Experience with machine learning and data analysis.

Certification in cloud computing (AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Azure Certified Solutions Architect).

💰 WHAT WE OFFER

£60,000 - £80,000 per year, depending on experience.

Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Retirement plan with company matching.

20 days of paid vacation time, plus 8 bank holidays.

£1,000 annual learning and development budget.

Flexible remote work policy, with the option to work from home.

Collaborative and dynamic team culture, with opportunities for growth and development.

👥 ABOUT THE TEAM

Our team is comprised of experienced engineers who are passionate about cloud computing and performance optimization. We work collaboratively to identify and solve complex problems, and we value diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We have a culture of continuous learning and growth, and we encourage our team members to share their knowledge and expertise with others.

📨 HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this role, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications. We expect to review applications within 2-3 weeks, and we will be in touch with selected candidates to schedule an interview.

📋 Job Details

📨 How to Apply

Submit your updated CV and a brief cover letter to Twitter. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.