Application Guide

How to Apply for Cloud Platform Engineering – Team Lead

at ICAP Energy AS

🏢 About ICAP Energy AS

ICAP Energy AS is part of TP ICAP Group, the world's largest interdealer broker and #1 Energy & Commodities broker globally. The company uniquely combines financial market infrastructure with sustainable energy markets, using innovative technology to improve price discovery and liquidity. Working here means contributing to responsible solutions that connect clients to global commodities markets while driving sustainability.

About This Role

As Cloud Platform Engineering Team Lead, you'll design, implement, and maintain AWS infrastructure while leading a team of engineers to continuously improve TP ICAP's cloud platform. This role directly impacts the company's ability to provide superior liquidity and data solutions through scalable, secure cloud infrastructure that supports global energy and commodities trading.

💡 A Day in the Life

You might start by reviewing AWS infrastructure metrics and team priorities, then mentor engineers on Terraform best practices while designing a new Kubernetes deployment strategy. Later, you'd collaborate with trading teams to understand platform requirements and implement security improvements for their global commodities data solutions.

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🎯 Who ICAP Energy AS Is Looking For

  • Has 2+ years AWS-focused cloud engineering experience with proven leadership in mentoring junior engineers
  • Demonstrates hands-on expertise with TP ICAP's specific tech stack: Jenkins, Git, Nexus, Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, and Terraform/CloudFormation
  • Possesses strong Python/Bash scripting skills for automating cloud infrastructure in financial/commodities environments
  • Understands how to balance innovation with stability in regulated financial market infrastructure

📝 Tips for Applying to ICAP Energy AS

1

Highlight specific AWS services you've used in regulated environments (financial services experience is a plus)

2

Quantify your experience with Terraform/CloudFormation - mention number of modules created or infrastructure managed

3

Demonstrate understanding of TP ICAP's dual focus on financial markets AND energy/commodities sustainability

4

Show leadership examples beyond technical skills - how you've mentored engineers or improved team processes

5

Reference their specific tools (Jenkins, Nexus, Helm) rather than generic 'CI/CD' or 'container orchestration'

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience with AWS in regulated/financial environments and how it applies to their market infrastructure', 'Specific examples of leading cloud platform improvements that increased reliability or scalability', "Understanding of TP ICAP's unique position as both financial broker and energy/commodities market leader", 'How your DevOps practices align with their need for continuous platform improvement while maintaining stability']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → TP ICAP's specific energy and commodities brokering services and how technology supports them
  • → Their 'all-to-all trading platform' and award-winning OTC data solutions mentioned in the description
  • → Recent news about TP ICAP's sustainability initiatives in energy markets
  • → Their technology blog or case studies about cloud migration/infrastructure (check LinkedIn/company site)

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you design a highly available AWS architecture for their global trading platform across 27 countries?
2 Describe your experience implementing security controls in AWS for financial data compliance
3 How have you mentored junior cloud engineers and measured their skill development?
4 What metrics would you track to demonstrate continuous improvement of their cloud platform estate?
5 How would you balance innovation with stability when introducing new cloud services to their production environment?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Generic cloud experience without specific AWS examples or financial/regulated environment context
  • Focusing only on technical skills without demonstrating leadership or mentoring capabilities
  • Not understanding the difference between their energy/commodities brokering vs. generic financial services

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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