Overview
Version 1 has celebrated 30 years in business and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver technology and transformation solutions that drive customer success. Our deep expertise enables our customers to navigate the rapidly evolving technology landscape. We foster strong partnerships with global technology leaders including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems, Snowflake, ensuring that our customers are provided with the highest quality solutions and services.
Why Version 1
We’re an award-winning employer reflecting how our employees are at the very heart of what we do. We are a core values-driven company and invest in our people.
Job Title
Azure Cloud Consultant with deep expertise in Kubernetes to design, implement, and optimize cloud-native solutions for our clients. This role involves working closely with development, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to deliver scalable, secure, and resilient cloud environments using Microsoft Azure and Kubernetes.
Responsibilities
Manage and monitor our clients Azure infrastructure to ensure high availability, performance, and security.
Design and implement Azure-based cloud architectures with a focus on containerized workloads using Kubernetes (AKS).
Provision, configure, and maintain Azure resources and services, including virtual machines, Data Lake and Synapse workspace, storage accounts, virtual networks, and security groups.
Monitor and troubleshoot Azure systems and applications, identifying and resolving performance, connectivity, and security issues.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Enterprise Architect Team and IT Operations to support the deployment and integration of Azure-based solutions.
Lead cloud migration and modernization projects, including re-platforming and re-architecting applications for Azure.
Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
Implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for containerized applications.
Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize Kubernetes clusters and Azure resources.
Ensure security, compliance, and governance across cloud environments.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to client teams and junior consultants.
Document solutions, create runbooks, and deliver knowledge transfer sessions.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
4+ years of experience in cloud consulting or engineering roles.
Strong knowledge of Azure cloud platform, including core services, administration tasks, and resource management.
Deep understanding of Kubernetes architecture, deployment, scaling, and troubleshooting.
Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python).
Experience with containerization tools (Docker) and orchestration platforms (Helm, Istio, etc.).
Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins).
Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
Additional Information & Benefits
Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme.
Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our programs.
Flexible/remote working options to support work-life balance.
Financial wellbeing initiatives including Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial advice and an Employee Discount scheme.
Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme, generous holiday allowance, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, and other leave policies.
Educational assistance and accreditations including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat.
Reward schemes including Version 1’s Annual Excellence Awards.
ESG and inclusion initiatives supporting diversity, equity, and belonging.
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Version 1 is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels valued and able to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences, and we value the different perspectives people bring. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the process, please contact the recruiter at Version 1. We will consider all requests carefully, respectfully and confidentially.
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