Platform Engineer

Description:

This is an exceptional opportunity to join the global authority in precision timing at a defining moment for UK digital infrastructure.

Backed by a government investment of £180 million in the National Timing Centre (NTC) programme, we are developing a world-first resilient time distribution capability that will provide industry with a robust complement to satellite systems (such as GPS) – which are increasingly vulnerable to disruption from solar storms, jamming and spoofing. This will underpin essential services, including
 

• Telecommunications,
• Online banking,
• Emergency response,
• Transport networks, and
• Wider digital and data-driven operations.
   

Together, these services form the backbone of modern society - and your leadership will help ensure they remain secure, reliable and robust even if global navigation satellite systems fail.

Key responsibilities:
 

• Deliver high-quality code/automation/runbooks for the build and support of servers and software
• Continually improve knowledge and skills to keep abreast of technological advancements, understand the impact of your work, and communicate opportunities with your team
• Demonstrate strong, clear, and engaging communication skills, whilst contributing effectively as part of a team
• Security mindset

• About You
• To be successful in this role, you will have the following skills, experience, and qualifications:
   

Essential:
 

• Knowledge of Windows or Linux, with a willingness to develop skills across both
• Scripting and automation (such as Bash, PowerShell, Packer, Ansible, Terraform, Docker, etc.)
• A degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, or closely related discipline