Cloud System Developer

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 life cycle operations
• Create and manage Kubernetes operators, ensuring compliance and platform security
• Construct and refine CI/CD pipelines using GitLab and GitOps tools (eg 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 (eg 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