Senior Platform Engineer

OpticoreIT Limited; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist consultancy based in the UK is seeking a Senior Platform Engineer to enable network automation through scripting, Python, and Kubernetes. This 6-month contract offers the flexibility of working on-site one day a week. Responsibilities include working within a SCRUM team, developing high-quality Python code, and transforming automation stacks. Ideal candidates will have strong Kubernetes administration skills and experience with CI/CD pipelines.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in scripting with Python.
• Ability to work within an agile / SCRUM team.
• Willingness to coach junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Engage as part of a SCRUM delivery team.
• Develop python code to high standards.
• Transform the Automation stack with Kubernetes.

Skills

Kubernetes administration

Python coding

CI/CD pipelines

Agile / SCRUM experience

Security principles knowledge

Job description

Overview

Opticore IT are currently searching for a Senior Platform Engineer with strong experience in scripting with Python and Kubernetes to enable the delivery of network automation to the business. Our client has a newly defined automation framework, and to support this have implemented a Kubernetes, Message Broker, CI/CD pipeline, NoSQL database and log management/analytics solution.

This is an initial 6 month contract opportunity Inside IR35 with the prospect of extension. You will be required to be on site 1 day a week in Newbury.

About Opticore IT

Opticore IT is a specialist Network Engineer and Project Management consultancy offering a wide variety of opportunities to work within fast-paced, challenging environments across our client base spanning multiple sectors including Finance, Broadcast Media, Telecommunications and more.

What youfield doing

• Engage and work as part of a SCRUM delivery team.
• Develop python code to high standards.
• Work with the architectural function to transform the Automation stack, initially focussing on Kubernetes.
• Engage and work with highly technical customers.

What youll bring

• Kubernetes administration experience.
• Python language coding skills.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience working within an agile / SCRUM team.
• Knowledge of strong security principles and implementations.
• Willing to coach junior members of staff.
• Eligibility for SC Clearance.

Diversity

At Opticore IT we embrace diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. We actively recruit for an inclusive and diverse workforce and as such, want to ensure we do everything we can to support your application.

We want you to feel empowered to let us know if you require any adjustments to be made with your application or interview process so please speak to our recruitment team.