Platform Engineer

Qodea; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology group is seeking a Platform Engineer to join their Managed Services team. In this role, you will design and implement scalable cloud solutions using Google Cloud Platform, manage infrastructure through automation, and ensure security compliance. Ideal candidates will have strong skills in cloud architecture, infrastructure automation tools, and coding in languages like Python. The company offers competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Discretionary company bonus scheme

Health Care Package

Flexible working hours

28 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of Google Cloud services including Compute Engine and Kubernetes Engine.
• Experience with infrastructure automation tools and containerization.
• Ability to code using Python, Go, Bash, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, reliable cloud solutions.
• Manage and automate cloud infrastructure deployment.
• Implement security controls and monitor cloud resources.

Skills

Google Cloud Platform architecture

Infrastructure automation tools

Python

Networking

Troubleshooting

Education

Google Cloud certification

Tools

Terraform

Kubernetes

Docker

Job description

Work where work matters.

Elevate your career at Qodea, where innovation isn't just a buzzword, it's in our DNA.

We are a global technology group built for what's next, offering high calibre professionals the platform for high stakes work, the kind of work that defines an entire career. When you join us, you're not just taking on projects, you're solving problems that don't even have answers yet.

You will join the exclusive roster of talent that global leaders, including Google, Snap, Diageo, PayPal, and Jaguar Land Rover call when deadlines seem impossible, when others have already tried and failed, and when the solution absolutely has to work.

Forget routine consultancy. You will operate where technology, design, and human behaviour meet to deliver tangible outcomes, fast. This is work that leaves a mark, work you’ll be proud to tell your friends about.

Qodea is built for what’s next. An environment where your skills will evolve at the frontier of innovation and AI, ensuring continuous growth and development.

We are looking for a Platform Engineer to join our Managed Services team.

We look for people who embody:

Innovation to solve the hardest problems.

Accountability for every result.

Integrity always.

About The Role

Cloud Solution Design and Implementation:

• Design and implement scalable, reliable, and cost-effective cloud solutions using Google Cloud Platform services and products
• Analyse business requirements and recommend appropriate cloud technologies and architectures
• Develop and maintain cloud infrastructure code using tools such as Terraform or Google Cloud Deployment Manager

Infrastructure Management and Automation:

• Manage and automate the deployment, scaling, and management of cloud infrastructure using tools such as Kubernetes or Google Cloud Deployment Manager
• Optimise infrastructure costs by analysing usage and implementing cost-saving measures such as reserved instances or instance rightsizing
• Implement infrastructure-as-code practices to ensure consistency, repeatability, and version control of cloud infrastructure

Security and Compliance:

• Implement and maintain security controls and policies to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of cloud infrastructure and data
• Monitor and respond to security incidents and vulnerabilities, and perform regular security assessments and audits
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI DSS

Monitoring and Troubleshooting:

• Monitor cloud infrastructure and services for performance, availability, and security issues using tools such as Stackdriver or Prometheus
• Perform root cause analysis and troubleshoot issues related to cloud infrastructure and services, and implement corrective actions and preventive measures
• Continuously improve the reliability and resilience of cloud infrastructure by implementing best practices such as fault-tolerance, redundancy, and disaster recovery

BAU activity would also require:

• Proactive management of customer related tasks and projects, by applying the learned skills and knowledge.
• Proactiveness in: identifying and suggesting improvements where applicable, detecting missing documentation and filling in the gaps.
• Providing technical support whilst attending meetings with stakeholders as needed.
• Acting as a mentor for the more junior colleagues by sharing your knowledge and expertise, and guiding them through the successful resolution of customer related tasks.

What Success Looks Like

• Excellent understanding of Google Cloud Platform architecture and services, including Compute Engine, Kubernetes Engine, and Cloud Build.
• Experience with infrastructure automation tools such as Terraform and Ansible and containerisation tools such as Docker.
• Ability to code using Python, Go, Bash, or similar scripting languages
• Understanding of networking, security, and compliance in a cloud environment and/or on linux distribution systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex issues and provide root cause analysis
• Already be, or desire to be professionally certified in Google Cloud

Our Benefits

We believe in supporting our team members both professionally and personally. Here's how we invest in you:

Compensation and Financial Well-being

• Competitive base salary.
• Discretionary company bonus scheme.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Meal Vouchers.

Health and Wellness

• Health Care Package.
• Life and Health Insurance.

Work-Life Balance and Growth

• Bookster.
• 28 days of annual leave.
• Floating bank holidays.
• An extra paid day off on your birthday.
• Ten paid learning days per year.
• Flexible working hours.
• Sabbatical leave (after 5 years).
• Work from anywhere (up to 3 weeks per year).
• Industry-recognised training and certifications.
• Bonusly: employee recognition and rewards platform.
• Clear opportunities for career development.
• Length of Service Awards.
• Regular company events.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Qodea, we champion diversity and inclusion. We believe that a career in IT should be open to everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or neurotype. We value the unique talents and perspectives that each individual brings to our team, and we strive to create a fair and accessible hiring process for all.