Platform Architect

Platform Architect

Full-Time 60000 - 80000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
F5 consultants

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the architecture of a large-scale Kubernetes platform and shape its future.
  • Company: Dynamic tech firm focused on innovative enterprise solutions.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, hybrid work model, and career development opportunities.
  • Other info: Ideal for those looking to advance their career in a supportive environment.
  • Why this job: Make a significant impact by defining platform strategy and influencing technical direction.
  • Qualifications: Experience in Kubernetes architecture and a passion for solving complex challenges.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 Β£ per year.

I'm recruiting for a senior Platform Architect to take ownership of the architecture and evolution of a large-scale enterprise Kubernetes platform supporting business-critical services. This isn't a hands-on engineering role. It's an opportunity to define platform strategy, influence technical direction, and ensure the platform remains secure, resilient and scalable as it continues to evolve.

We're looking for someone with experience in:

  • Enterprise Kubernetes platform architecture (OpenShift desirable)
  • Designing and evolving production platforms
  • Platform engineering and microservices
  • Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD and automation
  • Hybrid cloud and on-prem infrastructure
  • High availability, resilience and disaster recovery
  • Working within complex enterprise or regulated environments

This role would suit someone who has moved beyond implementation and now enjoys solving platform-wide challenges, setting architectural standards and working closely with engineering teams to shape long-term technical direction.

Please note: Applicants must be Sole UK Nationals and eligible to obtain SC Security Clearance.

If this sounds like something you'd be interested in, or you'd like to find out more, feel free to get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Platform Architect employer: F5 consultants

As a leading employer in the tech industry, we offer a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration, particularly for our Platform Architect role based in the Reading area. With a competitive salary of up to Β£110,000 plus bonuses, we prioritise employee growth through continuous learning opportunities and a supportive environment that encourages professional development. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility while ensuring you remain integral to our mission of delivering secure and scalable enterprise solutions.

F5 consultants

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We think you need these skills to ace Platform Architect

Kubernetes
OpenShift
Platform Architecture
Microservices
Infrastructure as Code
CI/CD
Automation