Cloud Architect & DevOps Lead

Centrica plc; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Centrica Energy is seeking a Cloud Architect & DevOps Lead to shape multi-cloud strategy across AWS and Azure in the UK. You’ll design secure, scalable infrastructure, drive CI/CD, IaC and security practices, and mentor teams to deliver aligned with business goals.

Ideal candidates have strong leadership in DevOps, hands-on cloud engineering, and certifications in AWS/Azure, Terraform, Kubernetes, and related tooling. Join a team delivering a greener, smarter energy future.

Qualifications

• Significant cloud architecture and DevOps experience, ideally in commodity trading or financial services.
• Proven leadership in DevOps and cloud infrastructure.
• Expert in AWS and Azure with relevant certifications.
• Hands-on IaC using Terraform, CloudFormation and Ansible.
• Experience with CI/CD tooling Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD and GitHub Actions.
• Strong problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain scalable cloud solutions across AWS and Azure.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, AWS CodePipeline, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD and GitHub Actions.
• Create Infrastructure as Code with Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM and Ansible.
• Establish monitoring with CloudWatch and Azure Monitor; manage incidents.
• Lead DevOps practices and mentor engineers.
• Collaborate with developers, QA and operations to align with goals and communicate with stakeholders.

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Azure Resource Manager

Ansible

Jenkins

GitLab CI/CD

GitHub Actions

AWS CodePipeline

AWS

Azure

Kubernetes

Azure DevOps

CloudWatch

Azure Monitor

Job description

Join us, be part of more. We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that’s energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently – we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it and mend it.

About your team: At Centrica Energy, our mission is to move it. We’re energy movers by nature. We’re a global renewable energy trading company which helps move energy from source to use – powering businesses, homes, and societies as they transition to a new sustainable energy future. If the idea of working to create a sustainable energy future also moves you, we may very well be the right place for you. At Centrica, energy is what we do, but it’s not all we are. We’re 21,000 colleagues working together to create a greener, fairer future, changing how energy is made, stored, moved, sold and mended. It’s a place where you can find more purpose, passion and potential, because this really is #MoreThanACareer.

An opportunity to play your part - 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.

The Day to day – 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 does great look like ?

• Bring significant cloud architecture and DevOps engineering experience, ideally gained within Commodity Trading, Investment Banking or Financial Services environments.
• Demonstrate proven leadership experience within DevOps and/or cloud infrastructure roles.
• Apply deep expertise across AWS and Azure, supported by relevant certifications such as AWS/Azure Solutions Architect, Kubernetes Certified Administrator (CKA) or DevOps Engineer Professional.
• Show strong Infrastructure as Code (IaC) capability, with hands‑on experience using Terraform, CloudFormation and Ansible.
• Bring practical experience with DevOps and CI/CD tooling, including Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD and GitHub Actions.
• Use excellent problem‑solving skills to work effectively and confidently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Communicatewithimpact,withtheabilitytoexplaintechnicalconceptsclearlytonon‑technicalstakeholders.

What's in it for you?

• Enjoy a generous market salary, along with fantastic growth opportunities and a vibrant work environment!
• Added Car Allowance program to make your commute and adventures even better.
• Power up your pay with a 15% Employee Energy Allowance, surpassing the government's price cap!
• Secure your future with our comprehensive pension plan, designed for peace of mind.
• Elevate your health with our fully‑funded company healthcare plan, prioritizing your well‑being.
• Recharge with a generous 25‑day holiday allowance, plus public holidays, and even purchase up to 5 extra days for extended relaxation!
• Experience unparalleled work‑life balance with an exceptional selection of flexible benefits, from tech treats and eco‑friendly car leases to travel insurance for your adventures!

Why should you apply?

We’re not a perfect place –butwe’rea people place. Our priorityissupportingallofthedifferent realitiesourpeople face. Lifeisaboutsomuchmorethanwork.Wegetit. That’swhy we’vedesignedourtotal rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too.

Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you. https://www.morethanacareer.energy/centricaenergy If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non‑negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority. Helpus, helpyou. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. When it comes to energy, no one does it like us. We make it, store it, move it, sell it and mend it. We’re made up of 12 different businesses, but united by our purpose as Centrica. We’re energisers. Our journey to a greener, fairer future is powered by individuals like you. Through innovative green products, intelligent energy solutions and developing smarter ways to use and save energy, we’re not just part of the energy transition, we’re leading it. Our commitment goes beyond sustainability. Together we’re bringing our collective energies to create positive change in our local communities. If you immerse yourself in our fight to change tomorrow, you might just find your why. We’re looking for people to add to our culture – not fit in with it. We're building a community where you can be unapologetically you, where differences are celebrated, and where everyone can belong. Real inclusivity also means supporting the different realities our people face. That’s why we have the UK’s best Carers Policy and are continually building our approach to flexibility and wellbeing. Of course, we love having fun too. We’re a people place after all.