Openshift Architect

Nordcloud group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud solutions provider in the UK is searching for an OpenShift Architect to join their innovative team. The role requires extensive experience with AWS or Azure and deep expertise in OpenShift and Kubernetes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in infrastructure design using Terraform and Ansible, as well as proficiency in CI/CD pipelines utilizing GitHub Actions and Azure Pipelines. This position offers flexible working hours and a hybrid model, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Training budget for certifications

Flexible working hours

Company laptop and equipment

Matched pension contributions

Extensive private health care

Gym expense allowance

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience with AWS or Azure platforms.
• Deep expertise in OpenShift and Kubernetes.
• Strong understanding of Azure Managed Identities and Azure RBAC.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement infrastructure using Terraform, Terragrunt, and Ansible.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Configure Azure networking and manage Azure services.

Skills

AWS

Azure

OpenShift

Kubernetes

Terraform

Ansible

GitHub Actions

Azure Pipelines

Bash

Python

Tools

Azure Key Vault

Azure Container Registry

Azure Firewall

Network Security Groups

Job description

Join Nordcloud and be part of the European cloud revolution. We supercharge our customers to innovate in hyperscaler cloud, enabling seamless migration, advanced security, and data-driven success.

Currently, we are looking for a OpenShift Architect to join our team in the UK.

Core Cloud & Platform Skills:

• Cloud Platforms: Extensive hands‑on experience with AWS or Azure platforms.
• Container Orchestration: Deep expertise in OpenShift and Kubernetes.
• IaC & Automation: Proven ability to design and implement infrastructure using Terraform, Terragrunt, and Ansible.
• CI/CD & DevOps: Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, specifically with GitHub Actions and Azure Pipelines. GitOps with ArgoCD/OpenShift Pipelines is highly desirable.

Azure‑Specific Expertise:

• Identity & Access Management: Strong understanding of Azure Managed Identities, Entra ID, and Azure RBAC for managing permissions and federated credentials.
• Networking: Expertise in configuring Azure VNet Peering, private DNS zones, and network security policies with Azure Firewall and Network Security Groups (NSGs). Kubernetes Network Policies and Istio Service Mesh are highly desirable.
• Core Services: Hands‑on experience with Azure Key Vault, Azure Container Registry, Azure Container Instance and Azure Blob Storage.

Other Technical Competencies:

• Systems Administration: Strong background in GNU/Linux and RHEL systems administration.
• Scripting: Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash and Python.
• Certifications: Relevant AWS/Azure and Red Hat certifications such as RHCE are a strong indicator of the required knowledge.

We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We value your growth potential and enthusiasm!

What we offer:

• Individual training budget and exam fees for certifications
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working model
• Company laptop and needed equipment
• Local package such as up to 7% matched pension contributions, extensive private health care, Bupa dental plan, seasonal ticket loan, enhanced maternity and parental leave, gym expense or well‑being monthly and mobile phone allowance

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About Nordcloud

Nordcloud is a European leader in cloud implementation, application development, managed services and training. It’s a recognised cloud‑native pioneer with a proven track record helping organisations leverage public cloud in a way that balances quick wins, immediate savings and sustainable value.

Nordcloud is triple‑certified across Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform – with 10 European hubs, over 1,300 employees and has delivered over 1,000 successful cloud projects for companies ranging from midsize to large corporates.

Our clients benefit from multi‑cloud expertise that guides best practices, preempts pitfalls, provides essential technical support and steers teams through cultural change. From strategy planning to application management, we take our customers through the whole cloud journey to drive real business outcomes from cloud technology.

Learn more at www.nordcloud.com

Nordcloud values diversity and is dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and employees.