Cloud Application Platform Delivery Engineer (Kubernetes)

We are responsible for building and delivering cloud-based banking environments that are fully operationally ready, ensuring a seamless transition to Run teams and long-term stability of Avaloq platforms.

We are looking for a Cloud Application Platform Delivery Engineer (Kubernetes) to join our collaborative Cloud & Infrastructure Delivery Unit (APAC & UK). In this role, you will implement, configure, and deliver application platforms running on Kubernetes, working closely with architecture and automation teams to transform approved designs into fully deployed, integrated, and production-ready solutions within defined project timelines.

Application Platform Implementation & Delivery

• Build and deliver application environments on Kubernetes platforms
• Deploy and configure containerized workloads within cloud-based environments (OCI preferred)
• Implement application platforms using Avaloq Environment Modeling (EM), leveraging Terraform-based Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Ensure application environments are provisioned and configured through standardized EM blueprints and automation frameworks
• Configure runtime environments, networking, and integration with platform components
• Ensure environments are delivered in a consistent, automated, and repeatable manner aligned with Avaloq standards
• Deliver production-ready application platforms prepared for handover to Run/Operations teams

Application Configuration & Integration

• Configure and optimize application runtime environments
• Support integration of application components with middleware, databases, and external services
• Implement deployment patterns and best practices for containerized applications
• Ensure application configurations comply with security, performance, and operational standards

Operational Readiness & Transition

• Validate delivered application environments against operational, security, and performance requirements
• Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting configurations (e.g. Prometheus, Grafana)
• Support performance validation and readiness testing prior to go-live
• Prepare and deliver handover documentation to Run/Operations teams
• Support go-live and stabilization phases

Project Delivery Execution

• Execute delivery tasks in line with project scope, timelines, and quality expectations
• Work closely with architecture, automation, and project management teams
• Identify and resolve delivery blockers and technical dependencies
• Provide accurate progress tracking, effort estimates, and status updates

• Degree in Computer Science or IT, or equivalent professional experience
• Experience working with containerized applications on Kubernetes/OpenShift platforms
• Strong understanding of containerization and application deployment patterns
• Experience with cloud platforms (OCI preferred, AWS/Azure acceptable)
• Proficiency with Linux systems and shell scripting
• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools (e.g. Prometheus, Grafana)
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

What You Bring

• Strong hands-on delivery mindset with focus on execution and results
• Experience delivering application platforms in project environments
• Strong collaboration skills across multiple domains and regions
• Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple delivery activities
• Strong willingness to learn new technologies and continuously enhance technical expertise
• Excellent communication skills
• Very good English skills

We realize that managing work life balance is a challenge we all face in our daily lives and in order to support with this we are pleased to offer hybrid and flexible working for most of our Avaloqers to maintain work life balance and still continue our fantastic Avaloq culture in our global offices. 

In Avaloq we are proud to embrace diversity and understand the success of our business is built on the power of different opinions, we are whole heartedly committed to fostering an equal opportunity environment and inclusive culture where you can be your true authentic self. 

We hire, compensate and promote regardless of origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other fantastic traits that make us all unique, we have done our best to write this advert in an inclusive and neutral way. 

Please be aware that we will not accept speculative CV submissions for any of our roles from recruitment agencies, and any unsolicited candidate submissions will be exempt from any payment expectations.

 

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