Platform Engineer

Contract Role: Platform Engineer – Defence Cloud Programme

We are working on a significant new programme in partnership with a leading global technology provider. This programme spans multiple £100m+ cloud transformation initiatives, and we are looking for skilled Platform Engineers to help drive delivery.

The Role

As a Platform Engineer, you will build, configure and optimise secure cloud platforms to support complex and sensitive services. You will be hands-on with GCP services, ensuring platforms are reliable, compliant, and delivered at pace within an agile environment.

Be part of one of the most exciting cloud programmes in the UK today - delivering impact that will strengthen national resilience for years to come. Apply now to secure your place on this journey.

Key Requirements

• Active DV clearance (essential).
• Strong hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) – build, deployment, and optimisation.
• Familiarity with cloud automation, CI/CD pipelines and containerisation.
• Background in Defence or secure government environments.
• Collaborative approach, able to work closely with architects and engineers.

Assignment Details

• Location: South West (4 days per week onsite).
• Contract: 6 months initially, with extensions expected.
• IR35: Inside IR35.
• Start Date: ASAP.

This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the UK’s future cloud and security landscape. If you want to be at the heart of mission-critical transformation, apply now and join the team driving change at scale.