Public Sector - System Admin/Kubernetes Engineer

Hewlett Packard Enterprise; Bristol; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Professional development

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking a Public Sector - System Admin / Kubernetes Engineer to join our Hybrid Cloud Delivery team onsite in the UK, focusing on scalable Kubernetes and big-data solutions built for high security environments.

You will design, implement and deliver solutions, lead small to medium technical projects, and provide guidance to client teams while complying with UK public sector security standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of IT experience with a degree or equivalent
• Experience delivering solutions in the UK public sector
• Strong knowledge of Kubernetes and container orchestration
• Experience with highly secure solutions compliant to UK public sector standards
• Effective written and spoken English communication
• Ability to translate technical details into concise documentation
• Experience with proposal writing and risk assessment for client engagements

Responsibilities

• Implement or support parts of the technical solution per designs.
• Develop detailed technical designs for enterprise solutions when required.
• Lead small to medium technical projects and coordinate with project managers and client representatives.
• Design and deliver solution architecture in a multi-system environment.
• Provide technical support, integration advice, and guidance to client teams.
• Document project knowledge, lessons learned and create internal delivery materials.
• Participate in presales activities and assist in proposal development.

Skills

Kubernetes

Container orchestration

DevOps tooling

English communication

Time management

Client communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Job description

Public Sector - System Admin / Kubernetes Engineer

An onsite role at an HPE partner or customer office in the UK. You will join a Hybrid Cloud Delivery team to support the design, implementation and delivery of scalable Kubernetes and big‑data solutions that are automated, self‑healing and built for high security environments.

Responsibilities

• Implement or support parts of the technical solution in accordance with agreed designs.
• Develop detailed technical designs for enterprise solutions when required.
• Lead small to medium technical projects and coordinate with project managers and client representatives.
• Design and deliver solution architecture in a multi‑system environment.
• Provide technical support, integration advice, and solution guidance to client teams.
• Document project knowledge, lessons learned and produce internal delivery materials.
• Participate in presales activities and assist in proposal development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in IT, with a bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Experience delivering solutions in the UK public sector.
• Strong knowledge of Kubernetes and container orchestration, including deployment, scaling and management.
• Experience with highly secure solutions, compliant to UK public sector security standards.
• Proven ability to manage time, prioritise tasks and communicate clearly to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.
• Capable of translating technical details into concise written documentation.
• Experience with proposal writing and risk assessment for client engagements.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Deep technical knowledge of Kubernetes, containerised applications and related DevOps tooling.
• Strong understanding of cloud and on‑prem hybrid environments.
• Ability to provide design scope, estimate effort and assess risks for deliverables.
• Proficient in consulting skills: questioning, active listening, clear presentation and influencing.
• Experience leading a small team on a specific deliverable.
• Hands‑on experience with secure networking, encryption and UK public sector compliance.

Prerequisites & Restrictions

Must hold a valid National Security Clearance Level 04 – Developed Vetting (DV – UKIC).

The role is onsite with no remote or hybrid work option.

What We Offer

Comprehensive benefits covering health, wellbeing, professional development and a supportive inclusive culture. All employees are eligible for national level health, pension and performance‑based rewards.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. All hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need.