DevOps/Platform Engineer - Kubernetes

Role : DevOps/Platform Engineer – Kubernetes Base Salary : Up to £80,000, dependent on experience. Working Arrangement : Dynamic hybrid, 1-2 days per week on-site Security Clearance : Sole British Citizen, holding or willing to obtain DV Clearance. The Opportunity Our client is seeking an experienced DevOps/Platform Engineer with deep expertise in Kubernetes to lead the development and optimisation of containerised solutions for their internal IT operations. This role offers the chance to take full ownership of the Kubernetes environment, ensuring scalability, security, and top-tier performance across their infrastructure. As a DevOps/Platform Engineer , you’ll work closely with internal teams, providing expert guidance on containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. Your role will be central to building future-proof solutions that not only meet current needs but also provide long-term reusability and scalability. You’ll be instrumental in driving automation, enabling faster and more efficient application development and testing. Key Responsibilities: Lead the deployment, security, and optimisation of Kubernetes and containerised solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to provide guidance on Docker, Kubernetes, and related technologies. Develop container solutions that are reusable, scalable, and aligned with long-term business needs. Ensure the Kubernetes environment is future-proof, secure, and always running at peak performance. Organise workshops and training to educate teams on containerisation technologies and best practices. Support internal teams with defining, deploying, and optimising containerised architectures. What We’re Looking For: Expertise in Docker, Kubernetes, and tools such as Rancher, Harbor, Helm, Nexus, Artifactory, Python, Gitlab, and Ansible. Strong proficiency with Linux OS (RHEL), including scripting and automation experience with Bash and Python. Experience with Ansible for automating deployment and configuration tasks. Strong understanding of monitoring and logging tools to ensure continuous service. Expertise in security best practices for Kubernetes and container environments. Benefits: Annual Bonus of up to 21% Pension 14% (6% Employee and 8% Employer) 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Opportunity to purchase shares via payroll before tax and NI. Up to 26 weeks of full pay for maternity, paternity, adoption, neonatal and shared parental leave Company Sick Pay ranges from 6 weeks for the first six months of service and scales up to 48 weeks after five years of service. This is a unique opportunity to take on a pivotal role, driving innovation and excellence for a leading organisation. This role offers a unique opportunity to join an industry leader and take on a pivotal role in delivering high-value DevOps solutions. If you are a DevOps/Platform Engineer looking for a new challenge where your skills can make a real impact, we encourage you to apply. Please contact Anson McCade today to learn more about this excellent role and organisation. Reference: AMC/JWH/DVDO3