Platform Engineer, CTI Digital
2 days a week in office
Web development & digital marketing agency
Open for applications
Web development & digital marketing agency
101-200 employees
Open for applications
2 days a week in office
101-200 employees
Company mission
To help ambitious brands create immersive digital experiences and drive demand.
Role
Who you are
- To thrive as a Platform Engineer, you'll need a combination of hands-on technical expertise and a proactive mindset
- You're someone who loves to get stuck in and enjoys solving problems, documenting solutions, and improving systems
- Experience in a technical infrastructure, platform, or hosting support role
- Hands-on experience with Azure, and ideally some exposure to AWS
- Good knowledge of Linux, Plesk, and common hosting stack elements like DNS, SSL, and web/email services
- Comfort working with infrastructure-as-code, scripting, and deployment automation
- Strong communication skills, with the confidence to engage with both technical and non-technical users
- Experience with tools like Cloudflare, Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence), and monitoring systems
- Bonus: knowledge of networking principles, Microsoft 365, or backup/DR solutions
- Some of our best hires didn't check every box in the role description, so if you were about to rule yourself out, we still encourage you to apply
What the job involves
- You'll join our Hosting & Infrastructure function, working across our hosting platforms and CTI's internal systems
- We support a mix of cloud-native environments, managed infrastructure, and continuous improvement projects
- The team operates with a strong focus on uptime, performance, and automation, with close links to client support, delivery teams, and the wider tech group
- This is a hands-on role with a strong Azure focus, but we'll also draw on your broader platform and infrastructure experience
- As a Platform Engineer, you'll take ownership of the infrastructure that powers our client-facing platforms and internal systems, with a focus on Azure, automation, and reliability
- You'll work across cloud environments, hosting tools, and monitoring systems to ensure uptime, scalability, and performance
- Maintain and optimize cloud infrastructure in Azure (and some AWS)
- Automate provisioning, deployment, and patching using Terraform, PowerShell, or scripting
- Manage web hosting environments, including Linux servers and Plesk
- Support platform security, backup processes, and access control
- Respond to incidents, service alerts, and client escalations, including 24/7 rota participation
- Monitor system performance and identify areas for improvement
- Create and maintain platform documentation and runbooks.=
- Collaborate with support, delivery, and engineering teams to improve platform stability and speed
Application process
- Application Deadline: November 20, 2025
- Stage 1: Applied
- Stage 2: Review
- Stage 3: Interview
- Stage 4: Hired
Our take
CTI Digital is one of Manchester's leading full-service digital agencies, known for helping ambitious brands turn big ideas into results. With more than two decades of experience, the company has built a strong reputation for combining creativity with technical expertise. And as technology continues to reshape how organisations connect with their audiences, CTI plays a key role in guiding that transformation.
From strategic consultancy and web design to digital marketing and AI-driven innovation, CTI offers a wide range of services designed to flex and scale with clients' needs. The agency's work spans industries (partnering with names like Chester Zoo, Mind, Little Green, and De Vere Hotels) to deliver everything from engaging websites and eCommerce platforms to data-led campaigns that drive serious growth.
The company recently entered an exciting new chapter, too, with the appointment of a new CEO bringing fresh entrepreneurial energy and a deep understanding of emerging technologies. The move to a new, collaborative Manchester headquarters reflects the company's continued investment in its people and culture. With its growing team and clear focus on digital transformation, CTI is certainly one to watch in the next wave of innovation.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
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Company benefits
- Time to Recharge: We understand that you need time away to live your life. Our generous holiday allowance gives you the freedom you need to get away from your screen, explore new places, and return to work feeling refreshed and inspired. Whether you're planning a trip with the family or just need to switch off for a long weekend, we ensure you have the time to do it.
- Hybrid & Flexible Working: We believe you do your best work when you have flexibility. That's why we operate on a flexible hybrid model, with teams deciding what works best for their collaboration. Whether you're in the office or at home, we trust you to get the job done.
- Health & Wellbeing: We provide comprehensive support for your health. You'll receive discounted medical, dental, and optical coverage through our health cash plan - plus access to a proactive wellbeing programme with confidential counselling and mindfulness resources. Because a healthy team is our greatest asset, and we're committed to investing in it.
- Rewards & Recognition: We provide comprehensive support for your health. You'll receive discounted medical, dental, and optical coverage through our health cash plan - plus access to a proactive wellbeing programme with confidential counselling and mindfulness resources. Because a healthy team is our greatest asset, and we're committed to investing in it.
- Top of the line equipment: We’ll set you up with the right tools to do your best work - starting with a MacBook Pro, 4K monitors, and the right tools & software to get the job done.
Company HQ
Deansgate, Manchester, UK
Leadership
Christopher Burgess
(CEO)Christopher is the Founder and CEO of Future Technology and Shoot Connect. Previously he spent 3 years at Findel as a Project Lead. Prior to that, he spent 16 years at CB Information Systems as a Managing Director and CEO.
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