At Wealth Wizards our vision is a future where everybody in society has access to affordable financial advice and guidance. Our Software as a Service (SaaS) platform provides engaging digital experiences for consumers and powerful tools for financial advisers.
We are a true Fintech with a strong engineering culture and focus on innovation and agile methodology.
We welcome individuals from all walks of life and strive to build a culture where all voices are heard, differences are embraced, and everyone has equal access to opportunities. We encourage applications from individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, and backgrounds.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will be happy to help.
Assist in designing and maintaining a robust, scalable platform infrastructure that supports seamless application performance and growth.Implement security controls and compliance measures within the platform, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.Troubleshoot and resolve platform-related issues, conducting root cause analysis and contributing to long-term platform enhancements based on identified improvements.Develop and optimise CI/CD pipelines to automate and streamline software delivery, testing, and deployment processes across environments.Participate in code reviews to maintain high-quality standards and share best practices across the team.Document platform architecture, configurations, and processes thoroughly, and collaborate with team members to ensure knowledge continuity and ease of troubleshooting.Implement and maintain monitoring solutions to track system performance, proactively identify bottlenecks, and optimise resource usage for improved reliability.Adhere to all Information Security policies and procedures
Extensive experience with key technologies, including Linux, containers (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, EKS), AWS, Terraform and IaC.Skilled in automating repetitive tasks using scripting languages to improve efficiency and consistency.High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in configurations, documentation, and deployment processes.Able to manage time and prioritise tasks effectively, balancing project work with day-to-day operational responsibilities.Able to clearly communicate technical concepts and updates with team members and stakeholders at various technical levels.A passion for technology and a proactive approach to staying updated on industry trends and emerging practices.
Your experience
Proven experience in service delivery and monitoring in a commercial environment, with a focus on proactive maintenance and performance optimisation.Experience working within Agile teams, participating actively in sprints and team-based collaboration.Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerisation and orchestration, including deploying and managing containerised applications.Demonstrated experience in AWS for deploying, managing, and optimising cloud infrastructure and services.Practical experience in setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines, enabling automated software deployment and testing.Applied knowledge of security best practices, with experience implementing secure, compliant infrastructure solutions.Evidence of professional development e.g. achieving AWS certifications.Experience of mentoring junior/mid-level platform engineers.
This position is ideal for a skilled and detail-oriented engineer who can support the platform’s reliability, security, and scalability, working closely within the platform engineering team under the guidance of the Platform Engineering Team Lead.
The Senior Platform Engineer will play an essential role in enhancing Wealth Wizards’ infrastructure, ensuring efficiency and resilience in all aspects of platform operations.
Characteristics
Pioneering | Driven and passionate about software engineering excellence. Self-motivated and enthusiastic team player. Proactive, innovative, resilient and energetic.Expert | Constantly seeking new learning/ self-development opportunities. Ability to represent Wealth Wizards at all times.Accessible | Adaptable and enjoys a challenge. Builds strong collaborative relationships. Flexibility to work in a fast-moving business which is developing rapidly.Reliable | Total trustworthiness essential. Conscientious and tenacious. Highly organised, methodical, meticulous and disciplined.Hungry | Always looking for ways to improve the way we develop software and how we work as teams. Active in open-source communities, industry meetups or publication of blog posts. Acts as an advocate for new and emerging technology within our business.
Not sure if you tick every box? Don’t worry. If you think you have most of what we’re looking for, go ahead and apply. We’d love to hear from you.
Flexible workingWe prioritise a sustainable work/life balanceWe have a collaborative learning culture that promotes psychological safety25 days annual leave plus every bank holidayCompany pension (up to 10% employer contribution)Company performance based Bonus schemePaid day off to celebrate your birthdayAdditional holiday purchase (up to 5 days per year)Additional holidays for length of service (up to 3 days)Private medical insuranceDental and health cash plansEnhanced parental leave and payDiscounts on gym membership and health screeningEmployee assistance programmeLife assurance of 4x basic salary£500 pension advice per year6 paid days per year for self developmentIndividual training budget per yearProfessional memberships fundedSalary sacrifice car schemeCycle, Home & Tech scheme
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