Deerfoot delivers specialist recruitment expertise across Cloud Engineering, DevOps, and Platform Engineering, securing professionals who build scalable, resilient infrastructure and drive modern operations excellence through our collaborative, low-risk hiring partnership.
- Permanent: 6‑month, 100% refund guarantee – we share the hiring risk on every placement.
- Contract: highly competitive, with mark‑ups starting from just 8%.
We source candidates across the full spectrum of cloud, DevOps, SRE, and platform engineering roles. Explore our coverage and specialisms in the sections below.
Trusted by Industry Leaders for Cloud, DevOps & Platform Engineering
- MUFG – Scaling enterprise cloud platforms and AWS infrastructure at a global scale.
- Cognizant – Leading DevOps transformation and cloud migration specialists.
- LSEG – Kubernetes and real-time cloud infrastructure for financial markets.
- Capgemini – Multi-cloud architecture and platform engineering experts.
- Quilter – Modernising cloud operations and FinOps for wealth management.
- Global Relay – Cloud-native compliance and SRE for regulated environments.
- Quanta Group – Platform engineering and cloud cost optimisation.
- Wipro – Enterprise DevOps and Kubernetes implementation leaders.
- Amadeus – Cloud scalability and container platform pioneers for travel tech.
Cloud, DevOps & Platform Engineering Recruitment Specialists
Permanent, contract, and interim recruitment solutions for cloud infrastructure and modern operations.
Finding the right cloud architects, DevOps engineers, and SRE specialists requires more than matching a tech stack. We identify professionals who combine deep expertise in Kubernetes, Docker, AWS/GCP/Azure, CI/CD pipelines, FinOps, and multi-cloud platforms with the operational discipline and delivery focus required for high-stakes infrastructure roles in demanding environments.
Cloud Architecture & Strategy
Enterprise cloud success demands strategic architects who design secure, cost-optimised environments across multi-cloud and hybrid landscapes. We source leaders who align cloud strategy with business objectives and manage platform migrations at scale.
Typical hires include
- Cloud Architect
- Principal Cloud Engineer
- Cloud Strategy Lead
- Multi-Cloud Specialist
Cloud Platform Engineering
Building production-grade cloud platforms requires deep infrastructure expertise. We recruit engineers who design scalable PaaS/IaaS solutions, automate provisioning, and optimise cloud economics for enterprise workloads.
Typical hires include:
- Cloud Platform Engineer
- AWS Platform Engineer
- Azure Platform Specialist
- GCP Infrastructure Engineer
DevOps & CI/CD Pipeline Engineering
Modern delivery demands automated, reliable pipelines at enterprise scale. We connect organisations with DevOps professionals who implement GitOps, CI/CD orchestration, and infrastructure-as-code across complex environments.
Typical hires include:
- DevOps Engineer
- CI/CD Pipeline Engineer
- Platform Automation Engineer
- GitOps Specialist
Site Reliability Engineering (SRE)
Production excellence requires SRE discipline to ensure optimum uptime. We source reliability engineers who build observability platforms, manage SLIs/SLOs, and automate incident response for mission-critical systems.
Typical hires include:
- Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)
- Senior SRE
- Reliability Platform Engineer
- Observability Engineer
Container Platform Engineering
Enterprise containerisation and orchestration demands deep platform expertise. We recruit specialists who build Kubernetes clusters, optimise Docker, implement Helm, and deliver self-service platforms across hybrid/multi-cloud.
Typical hires include:
- Kubernetes Platform Engineer
- Docker Specialist
- Container Platform Engineer
- CNCF Engineer
Cloud Operations & FinOps Leadership
Sustainable cloud operations require cost governance and operational maturity. We place leaders who optimise cloud spend, implement FinOps practices, and drive platform adoption across engineering organisations.
Typical hires include:
- Cloud Operations Manager
- FinOps Specialist
- Platforms Operations Lead
- Cloud Cost Optimisation Engineer
12 Months Total Peace of Mind for Your Cloud & DevOps Hires
Our specialist cloud and DevOps recruitment process consistently delivers high-calibre cloud architects, platform engineers, and SRE specialists. Should a rare permanent placement not meet expectations, we provide comprehensive protection:
- Months 0–6: Covered by our industry‑leading 100% refund guarantee
- Months 7–12: Extended peace of mind with a free replacement hire
Market Insights & Benchmarking
Q2 2026: Market trends in Cloud, DevOps & Platform Engineering
Hiring for Cloud Engineering, DevOps, and Platform Engineering is characterised by robust demand amid multi-cloud complexity. While overall market confidence remains strong, organisations face fierce competition for specialists who can manage Kubernetes at scale, implement AIOps-driven operations, and deliver GitOps automation across hybrid environments.
Firms are prioritising skills-led hiring for professionals who combine platform expertise with production reliability, especially in areas such as cloud architecture, SRE practices, container orchestration, FinOps governance, and observability engineering. At the same time, many are turning to experienced contractors and interim platform leads to accelerate cloud migrations and platform modernisations when permanent headcount ramps cautiously. In this landscape, a compelling employer value proposition, efficient hiring processes, and close collaboration with specialist cloud recruitment partners are essential to secure top talent and maximise the impact of every strategic infrastructure hire.
Helping you secure the best cloud talent. Cloud recruitment benchmarking
Our benchmarking service provides valuable insight into current market rates for roles across Cloud Engineering, DevOps, Platform Engineering, and SRE, helping you make informed hiring decisions.
A Controlled, Multi-Step Process for Quality Talent
Our cloud, DevOps, and platform recruitment service is designed for organisations where production reliability, cloud scalability, and platform maturity are mission-critical.
Step 1: Consultative Briefing & Cloud-Specific Vacancy Video
We don't just take a job spec; we understand your cloud strategy, platform requirements, and SRE targets. We produce a bespoke video showcasing your Kubernetes, DevOps, or cloud architect opportunity to attract top passive talent.
Step 2: Advanced AI & Cloud Talent Search
Beyond our 26-year database, we deploy specialist cloud recruitment tools to identify platform engineers, SREs, and DevOps specialists across the entire UK market – active and passive.
Step 3: Two-Step Cloud Skills Screening & Discovery
Candidates complete a tailored cloud assessment specific to your tech stack (AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform, Docker) and undergo rigorous two-step screening for technical depth, reliability focus, and cultural fit.
Step 4: The Peer Review "Platform Talent Quality Gate"
Before reaching your desk, every candidate is vetted by two senior Deerfoot cloud recruitment consultants – averaging 19 years tech recruitment experience. Only production-ready cloud and platform professionals make your shortlist.
