About the role
We're looking for a Cloud Architect & DevOps Lead to help shape and strengthen how we deliver cloud and DevOps at Centrica Energy. Working across AWS and Azure, you'll design secure, scalable and cost-effective infrastructure, develop advanced CI/CD pipelines, automate environments through Infrastructure as Code and ensure our cloud estate is effectively monitored, supported and optimised. You'll also take the lead on DevOps practices, mentor junior engineers and work across technical and non-technical teams to keep delivery aligned with business goals. It's a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys great cloud engineering, smart automation and bringing people together to get things done.
Responsibilities
•Design and maintain scalable, secure and cost-optimised multi-cloud solutions using AWS and Azure, evaluating and integrating emerging cloud technologies.
•Implement advanced CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, AWS CodePipeline, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD and GitHub Actions, incorporating testing, monitoring and rollback mechanisms.
•Create and manage Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, CloudFormation, Azure Resource Manager (ARM) and Ansible, automating provisioning across development, testing and production.
•Establish advanced monitoring and alerting using AWS CloudWatch and Azure Monitor, define incident response strategies, conduct root cause analysis and provide P1/P2 support for critical infrastructure.
•Develop and enforce security practices covering IAM policies, encryption and Centrica-defined standards, conducting periodic security reviews and audits while supporting cost optimisation and efficient resource utilisation.
•Lead DevOps practices across teams, providing guidance to junior engineers and establishing consistent standards, best practices and processes.
•Collaborate with developers, QA and operations to align with business goals, communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, and apply strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
What great looks like
•Significant cloud architecture and DevOps engineering experience, ideally gained within Commodity Trading, Investment Banking or Financial Services environments.
•Proven leadership experience within DevOps and/or cloud infrastructure roles.
•Deep expertise across AWS and Azure, supported by relevant certifications such as AWS/Azure Solutions Architect, Kubernetes Certified Administrator (CKA) or DevOps Engineer Professional.
•Strong Infrastructure as Code (IaC) capability, with hands-on experience using Terraform, CloudFormation and Ansible.
•Practical experience with DevOps and CI/CD tooling, including Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD and GitHub Actions.
•Excellent problem-solving skills to work effectively and confidently in a fast-paced environment.
•Ability to communicate with impact, explaining technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
Benefits
•Generous market salary, fantastic growth opportunities and a vibrant work environment.
•Car Allowance program.
•15% Employee Energy Allowance, surpassing the government's price cap.
•Comprehensive pension plan.
•Fully-funded company healthcare plan.
•25-day holiday allowance, plus public holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 extra days.
•Flexible benefits selection, including tech treats, eco-friendly car leases and travel insurance.
