Senior OpenShift Platform Engineer

Job Description At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. This post is for a Senior OpenShift Platform Engineer to join the Infrastructure Team and will be jointly responsible for the day to day support and maintenance of the Redhat OpenShift Container platform and the wider Redhat Linux server estate. The team provide support to multiple programmes of work, including Ministry of Defence Information Services (MoD IS). This is a hands-on role whereby the successful candidate will need to be highly proficient in Container platform technologies, Docker, Kubernetes, RHEL OpenShift 3&4 as well as multiple LINUX / UNIX operating systems (RHEL, HPUX, Solaris, CentOS) with an appreciation of other related Infrastructure technologies including networking, storage, Virtualization and HCI platforms. There will be the requirement to work with other teams to ensure the smooth delivery of Projects and identify opportunities for improvement through automation techniques. This includes monitoring the Service Management tool for Incidents, Problems, Service Requests and Change tasks to ensure we are improving the quality and adherence to contractual SLA and KPI requirements of the programme within Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) Responsibilities Redhat OpenShift enterprise implementation and support.Ensuring availability, reliability, and performance of OpenShift/Container PlatformInstallation, maintenance, and configuration of production and non-production OpenShift environments.Perform patching, software implementations, and upgrades to Redhat OpenShift platforms.Support the delivery of automated InfrastructurePerform and automate patching and monitoring activitiesWork closely with other teams across the business to improve efficiencyFault diagnosis including problem statements and mitigation planningThe successful candidate will be expected to be part of a 24x7 on-call team and provide extended hours support via a team Rota.Service and application Migration activities (RHEL & OCP)Provide input and design review to ensure best practice implementation of container platforms and automation toolchainsBeing on the On-call rota being on-call roughly 1 in 5. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): Ability to gain UK SC clearanceHands on experience with OpenShift upgrades, installations, and configuration. (ideally managed large scale migration and deployments)Hands on experience in Redhat OpenShift Administration activities.Knowledge of container monitoring tools and metrics.Ability to write scripts for OpenShift day to day task automation.OpenShift knowledge of OpenShift v 3.x & 4.x (Operators, registry, Networking and CICD on OpenShift)Troubleshooting and performance tuning experience.Experience of automation techniques and toolchains (Ansible, Ansible Tower, Gitlab Jenkins)Thorough understanding of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes and OpenShiftExperience in a UNIX and Redhat [RHEL8 & RHEL 9] administration role Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): DevOps/CI/CD process architecture/engineering experienceRedhat Certification RHSA or RHCERedhat Certified Specialist in Containers & KubernetesRed Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration Fluency in at least once scripting language such as Ruby, PowerShell, Python or Java.Experience of working within a secure and high availability environment Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Relocation: This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense. The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer: Competitive salary and annual incentive plansContinuous learning - you’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes nextSuccess as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your wayDiverse and inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New YearPension Plan with up to 10% employer contributionCompany paid BUPA Medical PlanShort Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeksLong Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week 6x annual salary life insurance Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career developmentAccess to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives6 weeks paternity leave Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 28, 2026 Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position. Relocation Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Security Clearance This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check. Visa Sponsorship Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Shift Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom) Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.