Our world-leading Time & Frequency department are seeking a Platform Engineer with experience in scripting and automation.
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