Platform Engineer

SiXworks; Farnborough; Presencial; GBP 70 000 - 100 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

SiXworks in the United Kingdom is seeking a Platform Engineer to design and implement CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes configurations, and robust monitoring. You will contribute to on-premise and cloud deployments, drive automation and IaC, and ensure platform reliability and scalability.

You will collaborate with the Platform team to align capabilities with development needs, mentor others on best practices, and support security and maintainability as the platform evolves in a fast-paced environment.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in CS/Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in Platform Engineering, SRE, or related roles.
• Strong Kubernetes and container orchestration experience.
• Experience designing CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins or GitLab CI/CD.
• Experience with monitoring tools like Prometheus/Grafana.
• Solid Git/version control knowledge and repository management.
• Proven automation initiatives to improve operations.

Responsabilidades

• Design and implement CI/CD pipelines and Kubernetes configurations.
• Lead the design and construction of scalable platform components.
• Support on-premise and cloud platforms with IaC and automation.
• Implement robust monitoring for platform services.
• Manage repository systems and version control practices.
• Drive automation to improve workflows and reliability.
• Collaborate with Platform and development teams to align capabilities.
• Provide guidance on platform best practices and security.

Conhecimentos

Kubernetes configuration

CI/CD pipelines design

Monitoring tooling

Git / Version control

Automation

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Security considerations

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Ferramentas

Jenkins

GitLab CI/CD

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Work on Technology That Protects What Matters

AtSiXworks, we build secure digital solutions that supportDefence and National Security missions. Our teams work on complex problems where reliability, security, and speed of innovation matter.

We’re looking for a Platform Engineer who enjoys solving difficult technical challenges and wants their work to have real operational impact.

What You’ll Do

As a Platform Engineer, you’ll led the design and implementation of CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes configuration, monitoring systems, repository management, automation, and other critical platform components. Collaborating closely with the Platform team, the Platform Engineer will ensure seamless integration of our offerings with the development team's requirements.

Your work may include:

• Configure Kubernetes environments to support scalable and resilient application deployments.
• Lead the design and construction of CI/CD pipelines to streamline the deployment process and enhance development efficiency.
• Support both on-premise and cloud platforms, ensuring consistency, reliability and maintainability through automation and Infrastructure as Code.
• Implement robust monitoring solutions to ensure the health and performance of platform services.
• Manage repository systems and version control to facilitate collaboration and code management.
• Drive automation initiatives to optimize workflow processes and reduce manual intervention.
• Collaborate with the Platform team to ensure alignment between platform capabilities and development team requirements.
• Provide guidance and oversight to the development team on best practices for utilising platform offerings effectively.
• Support initiatives related to platform maintainability, supportability, security, and scalability/performance as the platform evolves.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to continually enhance platform capabilities and practices.

What We’re Looking For

We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don’t need to tick every box, but we’re particularly interested in people with skills/experience in:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related field or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in Platform Engineering, Site Reliability Engineering, Platform Integration, or related roles.
• Strong proficiency in Kubernetes configuration and container orchestration techniques.
• Strong expertise in designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or similar.
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or similar for infrastructure and application monitoring.
• Solid understanding of version control systems, preferably Git, and repository management practices.
• Proven track record of driving automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency and reliability.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to interact effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus.
• Due to restrictions the candidate must be a UK National and eligible for SC clearance.

Just as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered.

About SiXworks

SiXworks is a specialist digital innovation partner deliveringsecure, mission-critical technologyto Defence and National Security organisations. We focus ondigital experimentation, secure-by-design architecture, cloud technologies, and rapid application developmentto help our customers move faster and stay ahead of evolving challenges.

Our team combines expertise from across technology, business, and operational backgrounds including the armed forces creating a collaborative environment where practical thinking and innovation thrive.

Why Join Us

Our culture is guided by six principles:Agility, Security, Innovation, Quality, Collaboration and InclusivityourNorth Starfor how we work. SiXworksis a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail-safe-fastcutting-edgetechnology solutions deployed in highly secure environments.

As an end-to‑end digital innovation and delivery partner, we turn complex challenges into mission-critical digital advantages. This is a thrilling time for us, with ambitious plans for growth. We are looking for brilliant, experienced, driven and self‑motivated people to join the team on our journey.

We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your wellbeing and development, including 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, free Private Medical cover and Life Assurance, Generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution), Bonus and Professional development and training support. In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open break out spaces.

A word on UK Security Clearance

Due to the secure nature of the positionand working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtainSecurity Clearance.More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here:

United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)