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Principal Engineer - Kubernetes

London, England, GBFull-time2026-11-06 → 2026-11-10

Core

Design, implement, and maintain scalable, reliable, and secure Kubernetes infrastructure and cloud platforms for critical applications.

Role type

Principal Technical Engineer (Kubernetes/Cloud Infrastructure)

Builds

Cloud-native platform shared services, secure landing zones, and production Kubernetes clusters

Domain

Financial markets infrastructure / Cloud Native / Kubernetes

Required skills

Kubernetes architecture, Cloud Native technologies, AWS, Terraform, Infrastructure as Code, Disaster recovery, High availability architectures, Security frameworks, Agile delivery, Team leadership

Preferred skills

CKA, CKAD, CKS certifications, Azure/GCP experience, People management experience

Technologies

Kubernetes, Terraform, AWS, Azure, GCP

Responsibilities

Lead design and implementation of Kubernetes clusters, mentor engineers, drive cloud budget optimization, manage delivery backlog, ensure SDLC standards, collaborate on cross-functional initiatives

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with team leadership