> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2041663-confluent-software-engineer-kubernetes-platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2041663-confluent-software-engineer-kubernetes-platform). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # [Confluent] Software Engineer, Kubernetes Platform - **Company:** IBM - **Location:** Hursley, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Kubernetes, Confluent, Golang, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.theguardian.com/job/10172742/-confluent-software-engineer-kubernetes-platform/ ## About the Role Bachelor's Degree Preferred education Master's Degree Required technical and professional expertise * Strong fundamentals in distributed systems design and development * Good understanding of the Kubernetes ecosystem * Experience building and operating large-scale systems * Understanding of core systems operations, including storage, networking, and operating systems * Self-starter with the ability to work effectively in a team environment * Proficiency in Go, Python, C++, or other statically typed programming languages * Experience with public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP Preferred technical and professional experience * Experience with Golang and Kubernetes CNI technologies * Hands-on Kubernetes experience * Relevant cloud infrastructure and cloud networking experience, Being an IBMer means you'll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you'll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background. Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do. Are you ready to be an IBMer? ## Related Videos - [Inside Bitpanda's Tech Stack: Scaling a European Fintech Leader - Markus Dorner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1979-inside-bitpanda-s-tech-stack-scaling-a-european-fintech-leader-markus-dorner) - [Let's Get Started With Apache Kafka® for Python Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/565-let-s-get-started-with-apache-kafka-for-python-developers) - [Go with the Flow: Stop the Leaks Before Your Memory's a Waterfall!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100073-go-with-the-flow-stop-the-leaks-before-your-memory-s-a-waterfall) - [Understanding Kubernetes in a visual way](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100085-understanding-kubernetes-in-a-visual-way) - [Retooling and refactoring - an investment in people.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/371-retooling-and-refactoring-an-investment-in-people) - [Kubernetes Maestro: Dive Deep into Custom Resources to Unleash Next-Level Orchestration Power!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1087-kubernetes-maestro-dive-deep-into-custom-resources-to-unleash-next-level-orchestration-power) ## Related Articles - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe) - [How to Answer the Interview Question: “Why Do You Want to Be a Software Engineer?”](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/392-how-to-answer-the-interview-question-why-do-you-want-to-be-a-software-engineer) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know)