Kubernetes CI Platform Architect - Senior DevOps

Morson Group; Frimley; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Group is seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer in Frimley for a 12‑month initial contract with hybrid working (2–3 days on site). You will shape containerised workloads within a core CI environment, leading architecture decisions for Kubernetes‑based CI capabilities and mentoring engineers.

This architecture‑led role focuses on secure, scalable platforms and long‑term technical leadership across delivery programmes, balancing governance, cost, and developer experience.

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience designing, building and maintaining on‑prem Kubernetes clusters.
• Experience developing and deploying applications on Kubernetes.
• Deep understanding of Kubernetes platform architecture beyond cluster operations.
• Experience integrating Kubernetes with CI/CD and DevSecOps tooling.
• Knowledge of container supply chain security and Linux OS.

Responsibilities

• Define workload isolation, networking, artefact flows, autoscaling for Kubernetes CI workloads.
• Lead on‑premises Kubernetes deployment, maintenance, experimentation and analysis.
• Assess impact of external services on CI designs.
• Produce technical findings, design recommendations and change specifications.
• Mentor less‑experienced engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Set standards and influence design decisions for multiple teams.

Skills

Kubernetes design

CI/CD

DevSecOps

Ansible

Infrastructure as Code

Linux

Networking

Leadership

Tools

Kubernetes

Argo CD

Flux

BuildKit

Kaniko

Ansible

Job description

Morson Group is seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer in Frimley for a 12‑month initial contract with hybrid working (2–3 days on site). You will shape containerised workloads within a core CI environment, leading architecture decisions for Kubernetes‑based CI capabilities and mentoring engineers.

This architecture‑led role focuses on secure, scalable platforms and long‑term technical leadership across delivery programmes, balancing governance, cost, and developer experience.