Role: Cloud System Developer
Contract Length: 3 months initially
Location: Remote (UK-based only, with full right to work - no sponsorship available)
Start Date: ASAP
Sector: Financial Services
IR35 Status: Inside IR35

We're working with one of our leading consulting clients supporting on a major financial services project, delivering high-impact cloud infrastructure solutions. They're looking for a seasoned Cloud System Developer with deep Kubernetes expertise and a strong grasp of GitLab-based DevOps practices, particularly within GitOps frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

* Architect and oversee Kubernetes clusters, covering setup, scaling, and lifecycle operations

* Create and manage Kubernetes operators, ensuring compliance and platform security

* Construct and refine CI/CD pipelines using GitLab and GitOps tools (e.g. Flux, Ethos)

* Automate Azure infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles

* Develop tooling and automation scripts in Golang and other relevant languages

* Partner with SRE teams to resolve issues, monitor performance, and maintain system stability

* Support application onboarding, including Helm chart deployment and manifest configuration

* Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance CI/CD workflows and developer efficiency

Required Skills & Experience

* 5+ years of hands-on Kubernetes experience (including architecture, security, and operator development)

* Strong command of Azure services (AKS, networking, identity, resource provisioning)

* Skilled in Golang or Python, plus scripting (e.g. Bash, PowerShell)

* Proficient with GitLab, GitOps practices, Flux, and Ethos

* Solid understanding of SRE principles, observability, and debugging techniques

* Experience deploying applications via Helm and managing Kubernetes manifests

* Strong analytical, communication, and team collaboration abilities

* Knowledge of container security, RBAC, and policy enforcement