Infrastructure Networking Engineer (GKE SME) - Remote Contract

Searchability; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech consultancy in the UK is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Networking Engineer specializing in Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE). This contract role requires strong skills in cloud networking, CI/CD, and automation. The selected candidate will review and optimize cloud implementations and security protocols. The role is entirely remote and offers a competitive day rate inside IR35, lasting until 10/04/2026.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a comprehensive review of the customer's existing GKE implementation.
• Evaluate and optimise Cluster Architecture and Tenancy configurations.
• Assess and improve Networking and Connectivity setups within the cloud environment.
• Review Security protocols, Operations, and Observability standards.
• Analyse Automation processes and CI/CD pipelines for efficiency.
• Audit Cost Management, Billing structures, and Testing methodologies.

Skills

Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)

Kubernetes

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Cloud Networking

Container Security

CI/CD

Terraform

Prometheus

Grafana

Docker

Cloud Billing

Automation

Site Reliability Engineering (SRE)

NSD

Job description

Role Summary:

Job Title: Infrastructure Networking Engineer (GKE Specialist)

Job Type: Contract

Day Rate: £#removed# Inside IR35

Duration: Until 10/04/2026

Location: Remote

About the client:

This client is a global leader in partnering with companies to transform and manage their business by harnessing the power of technology. They are at the forefront of innovation to address the entire breadth of clients' opportunities in the evolving world of cloud, digital and platforms. Operating as a strategic consultancy and engineering Powerhouse, they specialise in guiding major enterprises through complex digital transformation journeys, leveraging deep industry expertise and cutting-edge technical capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct a comprehensive review of the customer's existing Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) implementation.

• Evaluate and optimise Cluster Architecture and Tenancy configurations.

• Assess and improve Networking and Connectivity setups within the cloud environment.

• Review Security protocols, Operations, and Observability standards.

• Analyse Automation processes and CI/CD pipelines for efficiency.

• Audit Cost Management, Billing structures, and Testing methodologies.

Key Skills:

Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Cloud Networking, Cluster Architecture, Container Security, CI/CD, Terraform, Prometheus, Grafana, Docker, Cloud Billing, Automation, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), NSD.

How to apply:

Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly via (see below) For further information please call me. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.