Level 4 DevOps Engineer Apprenticeship

RWE AG; Swindon; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy supplier in the UK is offering a Level 4 DevOps Engineer apprenticeship. The 24-month program enables you to gain practical experience in scripting, CI/CD, and cloud operations. Ideal candidates will possess a passion for IT, effective communication skills, and relevant academic qualifications. This apprenticeship focuses on developing both technical skills and personal growth in a diverse workplace. Applicants with GCSEs and A-Level qualifications in STEM subjects are encouraged to apply before March 31st, 2025.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual bonus

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Family-friendly policies

Modern offices

Diverse company culture

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for IT.
• Good communication skills.
• Curious and analytical mindset.
• Ability to balance work and study.

Responsibilities

• Develop and define architecture during apprenticeship.
• Implement monitoring and automation tasks.
• Support management of AWS and Azure environments.

Skills

Scripting and coding in C#, Java, and Python

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

CI/CD Pipeline Management

Cloud Operations support

Troubleshooting deployment scripts

Education

5 GCSEs at grades 4+ including maths and English

A-Level in STEM subject

BTEC Diploma in STEM subject

Job description

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire, GB, SN5 6PB

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire, UK

RWE Supply & Trading GmbH

Start date: July 2026

Are you looking to kickstart your career at a business where you can really make an impact? Whether we’re delivering power to millions, trading in new areas across the globe or leading the rapid growth of offshore wind, our world-class IT puts us at the forefront of the energy industry.

Join our RWEST UK Apprenticeship Programme and you can be part of it. You’ll spend 24 months studying towards the Level 4 DevOps Engineer Apprenticeship Standard. You will get the chance to grow a career within the IT team of a large global organisation.

About the role

During your time on the apprenticeship, you’ll grow to own several responsibilities. These can range from developing and defining architecture, implementing monitoring with alerts or automation on manual tasks, even being a role model for the DevOps culture of ‘you build it, you run it’.

Some further responsibilities include:

• Implement scripting and coding in a variety of languages, including C#, Java, and Python
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Use Terraform to provision and manage cloud resources (e.g., EC2, S3, RDS on AWS) in a repeatable, version-controlled manner.
• CI/CD Pipeline Management: Assist in building and maintaining automated build and release pipelines within Azure DevOps to streamline software delivery.
• Cloud Operations: Support the day-to-day management of AWS and Azure environments, including monitoring system health using tools like CloudWatch or Azure Monitor.
• Automation: Write scripts in Python, Bash, or PowerShell to automate repetitive tasks and improve operational efficiency.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve bugs within deployment scripts and investigate infrastructure-related incidents under senior guidance.

Job requirements and experience

• Enthusiasm and drive to complete your apprenticeship programme and seek out development opportunities within a supportive team.
• A passion & enthusiasm for IT
• A curious, analytical, and problem-solving mindset with good attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills to ensure effective dialogue with business stakeholders, suppliers, and partners
• The ability to work both as an individual, as well as with others.
• The ability to balance work, study, and other life commitments (you will be provided with the appropriate support and study time to achieve this)
• Willingness for occasional travel, as required, to support the role.

The entry requirements for this programme are as follows:

• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 4+ (A-C) in any subject, including maths and English
• A‑Level in STEM subject
• OR BTEC Diploma in STEM subject

From here, you’ll have a community of support.

At RWE, we have an energy to be inclusive and believe diversity drives success. Reaching your full potential means being able to bring your whole self to work and being respected for the different opinions, strengths and experience you bring.

We’ll do everything we can to help you fulfil your potential with us. We offer a wide variety of initiatives to support you in and out of work, including:

• Competitive salary with annual discretionary bonus, ensuring rewarding efforts
• 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays
• access to our Employee Assistance Program, providing you with confidential help for any work, health, or life matters
• Progressive family-friendly policies that support an inclusive workplace
• Modern offices and trading floors located in prime areas, fully equipped with the latest technology
• An open and diverse company culture that promotes collaboration and engagement

Apply before 31st March 2025 with just a few clicks.

Please note that it is mandatory to upload your CV and cover letter in English. Your CV should include your most recent A-Level (or equivalent) grades. While not required, we’d also be happy to receive a cover letter.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters

About us

RWE Supply & Trading is our connection to the world’s energy markets. With headquarters in Essen, Germany, the tight-knit around 2,200-strong team’s drawn from over 90 countries, and operates Europe’s largest and most advanced energy trading floor – trading a mix of electricity, gas, commodities and CO2 emission allowances. They commercially optimise our power plants’ dispatch and take care of the renewables electricity sales, too.

Tech-led and customer-focused, the teams agile mindset helps them respond and adapt intelligently to work that never stands still. Each day, there’s a chance to grow as you create the financial foundations to invest in our green future. From well-established graduate programmes to success-related recognition – you’ll experience a culture energised by trust, passion and performance.