Cloud Efficiency Engineer (GCP) Location: London, ( Occasional Office Visits ) * PLEASE NOTE SPONSORSHIP IS NOT PROVIDED - MUST HAVE FULL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK.* Role Summary We're looking for a cloud efficiency engineer to join the team. This is a hands-on specialist role: you'll bring deep expertise in cloud infrastructure cost optimization and apply it directly to implementing multi-million-dollar efficiency gains across one of the world's largest Kubernetes fleets. You'll work alongside senior engineers and a data scientist who identify and prioritise opportunities. Your job is to take those opportunities and make them real - digging into GCP configurations, workload profiles, and Kubernetes resource settings to implement changes that reduce cost while maintaining performance and reliability. You bring the specialist knowledge that makes the difference between a safe 30% rightsizing and an aggressive one that pages on-call at 3am. The Opportunity This environment runs at a massive scale; the team was formed to capture systematic efficiency gains that individual teams miss. The pipeline extends to JVM tuning, autoscaling efficiency, workload placement, and storage optimization. This role exists because cloud cost optimization at this scale requires specialist knowledge: understanding GCP pricing models, machine type trade-offs, committed use discount strategies, and how Kubernetes scheduling interacts with cloud billing. You'll bring that expertise to a team of strong infrastructure engineers who know the platform deeply but need a partner who thinks natively in cost-per-unit-of-compute. What We're Looking For 5+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering, with hands-on work in cost optimization and resource efficiency (not just monitoring or reporting) Deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform (or equivalent depth in AWS/Azure with willingness to transfer to GCP) - you understand machine type characteristics, pricing models, and how Kubernetes scheduling decisions translate to cloud spend Hands-on experience optimizing Kubernetes/GKE workloads at scale - you've personally rightsized services, tuned autoscalers, and debugged resource contention issues Strong enough in Java to profile JVM-based services, interpret GC logs, adjust heap and thread pool configurations, and evaluate runtime alternatives - this fleet is heavily JVM-based Demonstrated ability to implement cost optimizations that delivered measurable savings in a cloud-native environment Skilled at navigating the reliability trade-offs of efficiency work Deep JVM performance tuning experience is a plus Job Title: Cloud Efficiency Engineer - GCP Location: London, UK Job Type: Contract Trading as TEKsystems. Allegis Group Limited, Bracknell, RG12 1RT, United Kingdom. No Allegis Group Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency as set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. TEKsystems is a company within the Allegis Group network of companies (collectively referred to as "Allegis Group"). Aerotek, Aston Carter, EASi, Talentis Solutions, TEKsystems, Stamford Consultants and The Stamford Group are Allegis Group brands. If you apply, your personal data will be processed as described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice available at our website. To access our Online Privacy Notice, which explains what information we may collect, use, share, and store about you, and describes your rights and choices about this, please go our website. We are part of a global network of companies and as a result, the personal data you provide will be shared within Allegis Group and transferred and processed outside the UK, Switzerland and European Economic Area subject to the protections described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice. We store personal data in the UK, EEA, Switzerland and the USA. If you would like to exercise your privacy rights, please visit the "Contacting Us" section of our Online Privacy Notice on our website for details on how to contact us. To protect your privacy and security, we may take steps to verify your identity, such as a password and user ID if there is an account associated with your request, or identifying information such as your address or date of birth, before proceeding with your request. commitments under the UK Data Protection Act, EU-U.S. Privacy Shield or the Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield.
May 19, 2026
Contractor
Cloud Efficiency Engineer (GCP) Location: London, ( Occasional Office Visits ) * PLEASE NOTE SPONSORSHIP IS NOT PROVIDED - MUST HAVE FULL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK.* Role Summary We're looking for a cloud efficiency engineer to join the team. This is a hands-on specialist role: you'll bring deep expertise in cloud infrastructure cost optimization and apply it directly to implementing multi-million-dollar efficiency gains across one of the world's largest Kubernetes fleets. You'll work alongside senior engineers and a data scientist who identify and prioritise opportunities. Your job is to take those opportunities and make them real - digging into GCP configurations, workload profiles, and Kubernetes resource settings to implement changes that reduce cost while maintaining performance and reliability. You bring the specialist knowledge that makes the difference between a safe 30% rightsizing and an aggressive one that pages on-call at 3am. The Opportunity This environment runs at a massive scale; the team was formed to capture systematic efficiency gains that individual teams miss. The pipeline extends to JVM tuning, autoscaling efficiency, workload placement, and storage optimization. This role exists because cloud cost optimization at this scale requires specialist knowledge: understanding GCP pricing models, machine type trade-offs, committed use discount strategies, and how Kubernetes scheduling interacts with cloud billing. You'll bring that expertise to a team of strong infrastructure engineers who know the platform deeply but need a partner who thinks natively in cost-per-unit-of-compute. What We're Looking For 5+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering, with hands-on work in cost optimization and resource efficiency (not just monitoring or reporting) Deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform (or equivalent depth in AWS/Azure with willingness to transfer to GCP) - you understand machine type characteristics, pricing models, and how Kubernetes scheduling decisions translate to cloud spend Hands-on experience optimizing Kubernetes/GKE workloads at scale - you've personally rightsized services, tuned autoscalers, and debugged resource contention issues Strong enough in Java to profile JVM-based services, interpret GC logs, adjust heap and thread pool configurations, and evaluate runtime alternatives - this fleet is heavily JVM-based Demonstrated ability to implement cost optimizations that delivered measurable savings in a cloud-native environment Skilled at navigating the reliability trade-offs of efficiency work Deep JVM performance tuning experience is a plus Job Title: Cloud Efficiency Engineer - GCP Location: London, UK Job Type: Contract Trading as TEKsystems. Allegis Group Limited, Bracknell, RG12 1RT, United Kingdom. No Allegis Group Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency as set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. TEKsystems is a company within the Allegis Group network of companies (collectively referred to as "Allegis Group"). Aerotek, Aston Carter, EASi, Talentis Solutions, TEKsystems, Stamford Consultants and The Stamford Group are Allegis Group brands. If you apply, your personal data will be processed as described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice available at our website. To access our Online Privacy Notice, which explains what information we may collect, use, share, and store about you, and describes your rights and choices about this, please go our website. We are part of a global network of companies and as a result, the personal data you provide will be shared within Allegis Group and transferred and processed outside the UK, Switzerland and European Economic Area subject to the protections described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice. We store personal data in the UK, EEA, Switzerland and the USA. If you would like to exercise your privacy rights, please visit the "Contacting Us" section of our Online Privacy Notice on our website for details on how to contact us. To protect your privacy and security, we may take steps to verify your identity, such as a password and user ID if there is an account associated with your request, or identifying information such as your address or date of birth, before proceeding with your request. commitments under the UK Data Protection Act, EU-U.S. Privacy Shield or the Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield.
Our client, a prominent entity within the Defence & Security sector, is currently searching for a dedicated and skilled DevOps Systems Engineer (Systems Solutions Engineer) to join their team in Wiltshire. This is more than a job - it's a mission. You will be part of a high-impact, collaborative environment, contributing to the vision of designing, delivering, and transforming collective training for the UK forces. Key Responsibilities: Designing, deploying, and supporting integrated system and application solutions across physical, virtual, and cloud environments through CI/CD pipelines Translating operational and technical requirements into implementable system architectures and solution designs Supporting the deployment, configuration, and integration of systems and applications within development and operational environments Ensuring system solutions meet performance, reliability, security, and interoperability requirements across platforms and environments Acting as the technical liaison between engineering teams and supply chain partners Reviewing technical proposals and assisting with integration planning Coordinating with engineering and supply chain teams to ensure delivered components and systems meet required technical and operational specifications Supporting system testing, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure successful deployment and operational readiness Collaborating with cross-functional teams including software engineers, network engineers, architects, and programme teams Integrating third-party technologies and vendor solutions into the broader systems architecture Developing and maintaining technical documentation Maintaining awareness of emerging technologies and tools Job Requirements: We are looking for individuals who have a mission focus and the enthusiasm and drive to 'get things done'. You should be able to collaborate effectively with defence organisations. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience: Engineering background with a degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience Proven experience designing, deploying, and supporting integrated systems and application solutions across hybrid environments (cloud and on-premise) Strong understanding of systems integration principles across software, infrastructure, and networking layers Ability to translate operational and technical requirements into practical system architectures and deployment plans Experience supporting technical deployments within structured delivery environments (e.g. Agile or SAFe) Strong analytical and problem-solving capability with experience diagnosing complex system issues Understanding of system security principles and governance requirements Experience designing and deploying containerised solutions using orchestration technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes) Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling (e.g. GitHub, ArgoCD, Helm, Maven, SonarQube, Quay or equivalent) Experience using monitoring and observability platforms (e.g. Prometheus, Fluentd, ELK stack, Grafana) Experience integrating and supporting database solutions (e.g. MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MSSQL) Experience deploying and operating systems within cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS Experience supporting system testing, validation, and troubleshooting during deployment and operational phases Desirable Skills and Experience: Experience working with Red Hat OpenShift and Ceph storage platforms Programming experience (e.g. Python, JavaScript) Experience working with event streaming and data pipeline technologies (e.g. Kafka, Apache NiFi, Apache Spark) Experience delivering multi-system integration projects within defence, government, or highly regulated environments Experience implementing and configuring training simulation technologies across Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) environments Experience working with external suppliers and vendors to deliver integrated technical solutions Experience supporting procurement or supply chain teams by translating technical specifications and integration requirements Understanding of interoperability standards or integration frameworks used within enterprise or defence systems Benefits: Competitive salaries 25 days holiday + statutory public holidays, with an option to buy and sell up to 5 days Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution) Company bonus scheme (discretionary) 6 times salary 'Life Assurance' with pension Flexible Benefits scheme including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work amongst others Enhanced sick pay Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leave Car / Car allowance (dependant on grade/ role) Private Medical Insurance (dependant on grade) Work Culture: 37hr working week, although hours may vary depending on role or job requirement Early finish on Fridays, starting the weekend at 1.30pm Remote, hybrid, and site-based working opportunities A flexible working culture that is output focussed Up to 5 paid days volunteering each year If you are a capable and committed DevOps Systems Engineer (Systems Solutions Engineer) looking for a new opportunity to develop your career within the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in Wiltshire.
May 17, 2026
Full time
Our client, a prominent entity within the Defence & Security sector, is currently searching for a dedicated and skilled DevOps Systems Engineer (Systems Solutions Engineer) to join their team in Wiltshire. This is more than a job - it's a mission. You will be part of a high-impact, collaborative environment, contributing to the vision of designing, delivering, and transforming collective training for the UK forces. Key Responsibilities: Designing, deploying, and supporting integrated system and application solutions across physical, virtual, and cloud environments through CI/CD pipelines Translating operational and technical requirements into implementable system architectures and solution designs Supporting the deployment, configuration, and integration of systems and applications within development and operational environments Ensuring system solutions meet performance, reliability, security, and interoperability requirements across platforms and environments Acting as the technical liaison between engineering teams and supply chain partners Reviewing technical proposals and assisting with integration planning Coordinating with engineering and supply chain teams to ensure delivered components and systems meet required technical and operational specifications Supporting system testing, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure successful deployment and operational readiness Collaborating with cross-functional teams including software engineers, network engineers, architects, and programme teams Integrating third-party technologies and vendor solutions into the broader systems architecture Developing and maintaining technical documentation Maintaining awareness of emerging technologies and tools Job Requirements: We are looking for individuals who have a mission focus and the enthusiasm and drive to 'get things done'. You should be able to collaborate effectively with defence organisations. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience: Engineering background with a degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience Proven experience designing, deploying, and supporting integrated systems and application solutions across hybrid environments (cloud and on-premise) Strong understanding of systems integration principles across software, infrastructure, and networking layers Ability to translate operational and technical requirements into practical system architectures and deployment plans Experience supporting technical deployments within structured delivery environments (e.g. Agile or SAFe) Strong analytical and problem-solving capability with experience diagnosing complex system issues Understanding of system security principles and governance requirements Experience designing and deploying containerised solutions using orchestration technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes) Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling (e.g. GitHub, ArgoCD, Helm, Maven, SonarQube, Quay or equivalent) Experience using monitoring and observability platforms (e.g. Prometheus, Fluentd, ELK stack, Grafana) Experience integrating and supporting database solutions (e.g. MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MSSQL) Experience deploying and operating systems within cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS Experience supporting system testing, validation, and troubleshooting during deployment and operational phases Desirable Skills and Experience: Experience working with Red Hat OpenShift and Ceph storage platforms Programming experience (e.g. Python, JavaScript) Experience working with event streaming and data pipeline technologies (e.g. Kafka, Apache NiFi, Apache Spark) Experience delivering multi-system integration projects within defence, government, or highly regulated environments Experience implementing and configuring training simulation technologies across Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) environments Experience working with external suppliers and vendors to deliver integrated technical solutions Experience supporting procurement or supply chain teams by translating technical specifications and integration requirements Understanding of interoperability standards or integration frameworks used within enterprise or defence systems Benefits: Competitive salaries 25 days holiday + statutory public holidays, with an option to buy and sell up to 5 days Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution) Company bonus scheme (discretionary) 6 times salary 'Life Assurance' with pension Flexible Benefits scheme including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work amongst others Enhanced sick pay Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leave Car / Car allowance (dependant on grade/ role) Private Medical Insurance (dependant on grade) Work Culture: 37hr working week, although hours may vary depending on role or job requirement Early finish on Fridays, starting the weekend at 1.30pm Remote, hybrid, and site-based working opportunities A flexible working culture that is output focussed Up to 5 paid days volunteering each year If you are a capable and committed DevOps Systems Engineer (Systems Solutions Engineer) looking for a new opportunity to develop your career within the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in Wiltshire.
As a Platform Support Engineer, you will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of critical technology systems. This role requires a proactive individual with a strong technical background and a passion for problem-solving in the technology and telecoms sector. Client Details The hiring company is a small-sized organisation within the technology and telecoms industry. Description Key Responsibilities Act as the first point of contact for platform-related incidents, requests, and escalations. Monitor system performance, uptime, and availability using DataDog. Troubleshoot application, API, and infrastructure issues across multiple environments (mainly on Azure). Collaborate with development, DevOps, and product teams to resolve complex technical issues. Manage incident response and provide root cause analysis (RCA) for platform outages. Automate repetitive support tasks using scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell). Maintain documentation of processes, troubleshooting steps, and known issues. Ensure adherence to SLAs and help improve operational support efficiency. Participate in on-call rotations to provide 24/7 platform coverage. Continuously optimize monitoring, alerting, and platform reliability processes. Demonstrate a "can do" attitude, with flexibility to work occasional overtime when incidents extend beyond normal working hours. Profile Required Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience). Proven experience in technical support, site reliability engineering (SRE), or platform operations. Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix and Windows environments. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI). Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell). Knowledge of containerization & orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes). Experience with monitoring/logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, ELK, CloudWatch). Professional level of English (spoken and written), enabling effective communication across international teams. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Preferred Skills (Good to Have) ITIL or incident management framework knowledge. Experience with API troubleshooting and integrations. Exposure to databases (SQL/NoSQL). Security awareness (authentication, encryption, access control). Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation). Job Offer Competitive salary in the range of £65000 to £90000. Fully remote role - UK based only If you are passionate about technology and eager to make a difference as a Platform Support Engineer, we encourage you to apply today!
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
As a Platform Support Engineer, you will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of critical technology systems. This role requires a proactive individual with a strong technical background and a passion for problem-solving in the technology and telecoms sector. Client Details The hiring company is a small-sized organisation within the technology and telecoms industry. Description Key Responsibilities Act as the first point of contact for platform-related incidents, requests, and escalations. Monitor system performance, uptime, and availability using DataDog. Troubleshoot application, API, and infrastructure issues across multiple environments (mainly on Azure). Collaborate with development, DevOps, and product teams to resolve complex technical issues. Manage incident response and provide root cause analysis (RCA) for platform outages. Automate repetitive support tasks using scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell). Maintain documentation of processes, troubleshooting steps, and known issues. Ensure adherence to SLAs and help improve operational support efficiency. Participate in on-call rotations to provide 24/7 platform coverage. Continuously optimize monitoring, alerting, and platform reliability processes. Demonstrate a "can do" attitude, with flexibility to work occasional overtime when incidents extend beyond normal working hours. Profile Required Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience). Proven experience in technical support, site reliability engineering (SRE), or platform operations. Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix and Windows environments. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI). Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell). Knowledge of containerization & orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes). Experience with monitoring/logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, ELK, CloudWatch). Professional level of English (spoken and written), enabling effective communication across international teams. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Preferred Skills (Good to Have) ITIL or incident management framework knowledge. Experience with API troubleshooting and integrations. Exposure to databases (SQL/NoSQL). Security awareness (authentication, encryption, access control). Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation). Job Offer Competitive salary in the range of £65000 to £90000. Fully remote role - UK based only If you are passionate about technology and eager to make a difference as a Platform Support Engineer, we encourage you to apply today!
