Developer/Platform Engineer - (Rocket.chat/Jitsi Meet)

Summer-Browning Associates are currently supporting a consultancy (end client is Central Government) who are seeking a Developer/Platform Engineer on an initial 9 month assignment.

Service Location: London (3 days London - Hybrid)

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Developer / Platform Engineer with existing SC clearance and experience in containerised applications, real-time communications platforms, and infrastructure automation. In this role you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects and contribute to the overall strategic direction of our technology initiatives.

Duties

The successful candidate will develop, deploy, and maintain scalable, secure, and reliable services based on tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, Rocket.Chat, Jitsi, and similar open-source technologies. You'll be part of a multidisciplinary team building communication and collaboration platforms that may be deployed on-premise or in secure cloud environments.

Develop and deploy containerised applications using Docker and Kubernetes.
Install, configure, customise, and maintain Rocket.Chat, Jitsi, and similar platforms.
Design scalable deployment architectures for real-time communication and collaboration tools.
Automate deployment pipelines and CI/CD workflows using tools such as GitLab CI, Jenkins, or ArgoCD.
Build custom integrations and plugins for platforms like Rocket.Chat (e.g., bots, webhooks, LDAP, SSO).

Experience

Strong experience with Docker and Kubernetes in production environments.
Proven hands-on experience deploying and customising Rocket.Chat and/or Jitsi Meet.
Proficiency in scripting and programming (e.g., JavaScript/Node.js, Python, Bash).
Experience with Linux system administration, networking, and firewall configuration.
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) or private/on-premise Kubernetes clusters.
Familiarity with MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Redis, or similar back-end technologies used by Rocket.Chat and Jitsi.
Exposure to Zero Trust networking and secure enclave deployments.
We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about technology and eager to make an impact through innovative solutions to apply for this exciting opportunity.

NB:

Please do not apply if you do not have any experience deploying or customising Rocket.chat and OR Jitsi MeetActive
SC will be advantageous as this will be a requirement prior to undertaking the role. Applicants MUST also be willing & eligible to go through DV level vetting to in order to be considered.

To apply, please submit latest CV for consideration