Platform Engineer – Cloud and Container Technology

Introduction

IBM Consulting is the services division in IBM where we combine deep industry expertise with technology to solve the most critical challenges our customers face. With over 160,000 employees worldwide, we have strong professional environments within Hybrid Cloud & AI. IBM Defense & Intelligence is one of our strategic focus areas that is growing rapidly, and we need to strengthen the team.

We are looking for experienced Platform Engineers who wants to help strengthen our team working with NATO and Norway's digital defense capability. At a time when decisions are made in seconds and security depends on precise data flow, we need experts who can build and operate secure, robust, and scalable platforms that form the backbone of next‑generation defense solutions.

Your Role And Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and operate secure Kubernetes and OpenShift platforms in hybrid cloud environments
• Automate infrastructure and operations using Ansible, Terraform, and modern DevOps practices
• Ensure high availability, performance, and integrity for systems supporting real-time decision-making
• Collaborate with development teams and domain experts in the defense sector to deliver robust, scalable, and verifiable solutions
• Troubleshoot challenges in complex, mission-critical environments
  
  

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

• Strong experience with Kubernetes and Red Hat OpenShift
• Solid Linux expertise and good understanding of VMware
• Experience with CI/CD, GitOps, automation, and Infrastructure-as-Code
• Good understanding of security principles in container and cloud environments
• Experience with monitoring and observability
• Red Hat or Kubernetes certifications
• Experience with cloud platforms or high-security environments
• Familiarity with service mesh and security tooling
• Must have Norwegian Passport and be eligible for security clearance at a minimum of Norwegian SECRET and/or NATO SECRET
• Must be able to speak and write fluent Norwegian
  
  

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

A technologist who takes responsibility, understands the importance of reliability and security, and wants to contribute to technological solutions with direct significance for national preparedness and safety. You work thoroughly, share knowledge, and are passionate about continuous improvement.