Senior DevOps/Platform Engineer

iO Associates; England; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a Lead Principal Consultant in Hereford for hybrid work. You will be responsible for building and maintaining compliant Kubernetes stacks, updating platform software, and managing Spark clusters. Candidates should have proficiency in Kubernetes and Docker and experience in security-cleared environments. The salary range is £85,000 to £105,000.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Kubernetes, Docker, and scripting.
• Experience managing air-gapped networks and cloud platforms.
• Familiarity with HPC environments.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain Kubernetes stacks with secure compliance.
• Update and maintain platform software, libraries, and dependencies.
• Set up and manage Spark clusters, including migrations.

Skills

Kubernetes

Docker

Python

Bash

Security, encryption, and compliance standards

Job description

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Lead Principal Consultant - Government, Defence & Security

Location: Hereford(Hybrid)

Clearance: Developed Vetting (DV)

We're seeking a Senior DevOps/Platform Engineer to help drive the design, delivery, and maintenance of secure, robust systems. Ideal for those with experience in security-cleared environments, Linux engineering, and building reliable, secure platforms.

What you'll do

• Build and maintain Kubernetes stacks with secure-by-design compliance.
• Update and maintain platform software, libraries, and dependencies.
• Set up and manage Spark clusters, including migrations to new platforms.
• Manage user accounts and permissions across identity platforms.
• Maintain the Delta Lake and ensure platform-wide security standards.
• Collaborate with the wider team to advise on system design and delivery.

What we're looking for

• Proficient in Kubernetes, Docker, and scripting (Python, Bash).
• Experience managing air-gapped networks and cloud platforms.
• Familiarity with HPC environments.
• Knowledge of security, encryption, and compliance standards.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology
• IT Services and IT Consulting

Pay: £85,000.00-£105,000.00