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Platform Engineer – Cloud & DevOps Transformation

DV Cleared | Permanent | Hybrid (South West)

Ncounter are partnered with a fast-growing consultancy delivering secure digital and cloud transformation programmes across Defence, Intelligence, and wider Government. We’re looking for Platform Engineers who thrive at the intersection of DevOps, cloud architecture, and secure infrastructure delivery. You’ll join a high-performing team building cloud-native environments that underpin some of the UK’s most complex technology programmes.

The Role
You’ll be hands-on in designing, building, and optimising modern Kubernetes-based platforms that enable large-scale systems integration and automation. This will include containerising workloads, implementing robust CI/CD processes, and shaping secure environments within regulated, mission-focused settings. Working alongside architects, security engineers, and developers, you’ll play a key part in modernising legacy systems, introducing automation, and helping clients realise the full potential of cloud technologies.

Key Responsibilities
• Design and manage containerised environments using Kubernetes (EKS, AKS, or GKE) and associated tooling (Helm, ArgoCD, Istio)
• Build and optimise cloud infrastructure using Terraform, Ansible, or similar automation frameworks
• Develop CI/CD pipelines to streamline release and deployment workflows (GitLab, Jenkins, Azure DevOps)
• Collaborate across engineering, data, and security teams to ensure reliability, scalability, and compliance
• Support research-driven and mission-critical initiatives that enhance operational resilience and agility

Your Experience
• 5+ years’ experience in DevOps, Platform, or Site Reliability Engineering
• Strong Kubernetes expertise and proven experience managing production-grade clusters
• Proficiency across at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Understanding of networking, identity management, and secure cloud operations
• Familiarity with Agile delivery and working within multi-disciplinary, secure environments
• Eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC or DV)

Why Join?
You’ll be part of a consultancy that’s at the heart of the UK’s digital transformation agenda—combining technical excellence with genuine mission impact. Expect diverse projects, cutting-edge cloud work, and a culture that rewards curiosity and collaboration.

If you’re a Platform Engineer looking to deepen your Kubernetes and cloud expertise on programmes that matter, apply today to explore where this opportunity can take you

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