Kubernetes Platform Engineer for Real-Time Data Cloud

IBM; Winchester; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Software is transforming client challenges into AI-powered, cloud-native solutions. This role sits within Confluent-aligned data infrastructure, building real-time data streams and scalable platforms across hybrid clouds.

You’ll work with Go, Python, or C++, leverage Kubernetes and major cloud providers, and collaborate across teams to deliver secure, reliable systems while growing your career at IBM.

Qualifications

• Strong fundamentals in distributed systems design and development.
• Good understanding of the Kubernetes ecosystem.
• Experience building and operating large-scale systems.
• Self-starter with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Go, Python, C++, or other statically typed programming languages.
• Experience with public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.

Responsibilities

• Develop and operate real-time, data-in-motion infrastructure at scale.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver Kubernetes-based platforms.

Skills

Distributed systems

Kubernetes

Go / Python / C++

Public cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

IBM Software is transforming client challenges into AI-powered, cloud-native solutions. This role sits within Confluent-aligned data infrastructure, building real-time data streams and scalable platforms across hybrid clouds.

You’ll work with Go, Python, or C++, leverage Kubernetes and major cloud providers, and collaborate across teams to deliver secure, reliable systems while growing your career at IBM.