Lead Platform Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology transformation firm in Manchester seeks a Lead Platform Engineer for a hybrid position. The role entails leading Kubernetes solutions, managing CI/CD pipelines, and utilizing cloud technologies like AWS and Azure. Ideal candidates will possess strong automation skills and deep expertise in various DevOps tools.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in designing Kubernetes-based platform solutions.
• Extensive knowledge of Docker and Terraform.
• Skilled in architecting and supporting cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Work across CI/CD using automation & cloud technologies.
• Support the growth of DevOps tooling.
• Manage performance tuning and team guidance.

Skills

Kubernetes

Docker

Terraform

CI/CD

Git

Linux shell scripting

Python

WebSphere Application Server

Service mesh technologies

Tools

GitLab

Jenkins

Maven

NPM

Istio

Calico

AWS

Azure

IBM Cloud

GCP

Job description

Job Description

Lead Platform Engineer (Manchester, UK)

Hybrid: In-office two days a week

Get The Future You Want!

Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you’d like, where you’ll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you’ll be able to reimagine what’s possible. Join us and help the world’s leading organizations unlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.

Your Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Platform Engineer to join our team in Manchester, UK for a full-time hybrid role. As a Platform Engineer, you will work across continuous integration, development, build, and deployment using automation & cloud technologies to support the growth of DevOps tooling.

Your Profile

• Proven leadership in designing and maintaining Kubernetes-based platform solutions, with deep hands-on expertise in cluster orchestration, performance tuning, and team guidance.
• Extensive knowledge of Docker, Terraform, and modern CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, Jenkins), enabling seamless application delivery and infrastructure as code (IaC) best practices.
• Proficient in architecting and supporting solutions on cloud platforms such as IBM Cloud, AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Skilled in version control using Git, including advanced Git workflows; experienced with build tools like Maven and NPM for dependency and artifact management.
• Experience implementing service mesh technologies (e.g., Istio) and advanced container networking tools like Calico for secure and efficient service communication.
• Strong scripting and automation background using Linux shell scripting and Python, improving operational efficiency and reducing manual overhead.
• Exposure to mobile CI/CD pipelines for both Android and iOS, contributing to a unified delivery platform across frontend and backend systems.
• Hands-on experience in WebSphere Application Server administration, covering installation, configuration, performance tuning, and lifecycle management.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, with an analytical and systems-thinking approach to resolving complex platform issues.

About Capgemini

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their digital and sustainable transition while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. With over 55 years of heritage, a workforce of 340,000 in more than fifty countries, and 2023 global revenues of €22.5 billion, Capgemini is trusted by clients to unlock the value of technology across strategy, design, engineering, AI, cloud, and data services, supported by deep industry expertise and a strong partner ecosystem.