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TRCI-26-04182
Cloud-Native API Gateway Engineer (Envoy) - Contract
Contract role in Glasgow for an engineer to build and operate cloud-native API gateway capabilities using Envoy (Proxy/Gateway). The role requires strong Golang or Java skills, hands-on Kubernetes and Terraform experience, and solid CI/CD knowledge. Candidates should understand REST API design via OpenAPI and be able to implement gateway-level authentication and authorization using OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, JWT validation, and mutual TLS (mTLS).
Position summary
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Workplace
- On-site
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- Minimum 4 years and Maximum 7 years
Role overview
Why This Role Matters.
Contract role in Glasgow for an engineer to build and operate cloud-native API gateway capabilities using Envoy (Proxy/Gateway). The role requires strong Golang or Java skills, hands-on Kubernetes and Terraform experience, and solid CI/CD knowledge. Candidates should understand REST API design via OpenAPI and be able to implement gateway-level authentication and authorization using OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, JWT validation, and mutual TLS (mTLS).
Your Impact
Deliver Enterprise Value
Help organisations solve complex business problems through modern technology, consulting expertise and measurable outcomes.
Collaboration
Work Across Teams
Collaborate with consultants, architects, engineers and client stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Growth
Learn Continuously
Gain exposure to enterprise technologies, certifications, mentoring and real-world project experience.
Career Path
Grow With Ubique
Build a long-term consulting career with opportunities to take on greater responsibility and leadership over time.
Responsibilities
What You'll Be Doing.
Every role at Ubique contributes directly to solving meaningful business challenges for our clients.
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Envoy: Professional experience with Envoy Proxy or Envoy Gateway.
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API design: Strong understanding of the OpenAPI Specification (OAS) for RESTful APIs.
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Authentication & authorization: Hands-on experience implementing authentication and authorization at the gateway, including OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), JWT validation, and mutual TLS (mTLS).
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DevOps toolchain: Expertise across the DevOps toolchain, including CI/CD, Kubernetes, and Terraform.
Technology stack
Tools & Technologies.
The platforms and technologies you'll use to build modern, enterprise-grade solutions.
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Golang
Required
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Go
Required
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Java
Required
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Cloud-native
Required
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Envoy
Required
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Envoy Proxy
Required
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Envoy Gateway
Required
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API Gateway
Required
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OpenAPI
Required
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OAS
Required
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REST
Required
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OAuth 2.0
Required
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OpenID Connect
Required
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OIDC
Required
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JWT
Required
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mTLS
Required
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Mutual TLS
Required
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CI/CD
Required
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Kubernetes
Required
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Terraform
Required
Requirements
Skills & Experience.
We value curiosity, collaboration and continuous learning. If you don't meet every requirement but believe you can make an impact, we'd still love to hear from you.
Essential
Required Qualifications
Golang or Java
Cloud-native experience
Envoy Proxy or Envoy Gateway
OpenAPI Specification (OAS) for REST APIs
Gateway authentication and authorization
OAuth 2.0
OpenID Connect (OIDC)
JWT validation
Mutual TLS (mTLS)
CI/CD
Kubernetes
Terraform
DevOps toolchain expertise
Preferred
Nice to Have
There are no additional preferred qualifications for this position. If you meet the essential requirements, we encourage you to apply.
What you'll gain
More Than Just A Job.
We're committed to helping every team member grow professionally, personally and technically while working on meaningful projects.
Global Exposure
Collaborate with international clients and multicultural teams on enterprise programmes.
Continuous Learning
Expand your expertise through mentoring, certifications and hands-on project experience.
Career Growth
Take ownership, develop leadership skills and grow your consulting career over time.
Flexible Working
Hybrid and remote collaboration designed around trust and delivering exceptional outcomes.
People First
Join a supportive culture where collaboration, respect and long-term relationships come first.
Enterprise Projects
Work on meaningful technology initiatives for leading organisations across industries.
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