OpenShift Support Consultant

Version 1; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working schedule

Private medical insurance

Profit share scheme

Tech-related benefits

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy in Birmingham is seeking an experienced professional to manage their OpenShift environment. The role involves hands-on management, customer communication, and collaboration with Java developers and support teams. Candidates should have over 5 years of OpenShift experience, with excellent communication skills and a desirable SC Clearance. The consultancy promotes hybrid working arrangements, a comprehensive benefits package, and investment in professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of OpenShift experience.
• UK-based role.
• Security Check (SC Clearance) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the OpenShift environment.
• Participate in requirements gathering for enhancements.
• Communicate with customers.

Skills

OpenShift experience

Excellent communication skills

ITIL-based application support

Job description

Company Description

Version 1 has celebrated over 26 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Version 1 has several strategic technology partners including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems and Snowflake. We’re also an award‑winning employer reflecting how employees are at the heart of Version 1.

We’ve been awarded: Innovation Partner of the Year Winner 2023 Oracle EMEA Partner Awards, Global Microsoft Modernising Applications Partner of the Year Award 2023, AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year - EMEA 2023 and Best Workplaces for Women by Great Place To Work in UK and Ireland 2023.

As a consultancy and service provider, Version 1 is a digital‑first environment, and we do things differently. We’re focused on our core values; using these we’ve seen significant growth across our practices and our Digital, Data and Cloud team is preparing for the next phase of expansion. This creates new opportunities for driven and skilled individuals to join one of the fastest‑growing consultancies globally.

Job Description

• Providing in‑house expertise and be hands on in the ongoing management of the OpenShift environment
• Participating in requirements gathering and estimating effort for new enhancements and developments utilising OpenShift
• Managing tickets in line with ITIL policies and procedures
• Communication with customers
• Working alongside a team of experienced Java developers as well as other database and infrastructure support teams to deliver application support to customer

Qualifications

• 5+ years of OpenShift experience
• UK-based
• Security Check (SC Clearance) desirable. SC Clearance eligible essential
• Experience of working in an ITIL-based application support role
• Excellent communication skills

Additional Information

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their well‑being, professional growth, and financial stability.

One of our standout advantages is the ability to work with a hybrid schedule along with business travel, allowing our employees to strike a balance between work and life. We also offer a range of tech‑related benefits, including an innovative Tech Scheme to help keep our team members up‑to‑date with the latest technology.

We prioritise the health and safety of our employees, providing private medical and life insurance coverage, as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses. Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivised certifications and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat.

Our employee‑designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company’s profits each quarter amongst employees. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential, offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly, a programme designed to support professional growth.