Senior Cloud Engineer

SSE Enterprise; Slough; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to develop and manage cloud-hosted systems, significantly contributing to the Energy Markets Cloud Platform Services team. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in deploying cloud-native applications using Terraform and Azure DevOps, showcasing an ability to work independently in a collaborative Agile environment. As part of a team dedicated to energy innovation, you will oversee cloud solutions deployment and actively participate in project design and execution.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Free online GP

Interest-free loans on tech

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Significant experience of deploying cloud-native applications.
• Ability to develop, deploy and maintain cloud infrastructure independently.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement and run Cloud Platform Services that support SSE Energy Markets.
• Release cloud solutions to production using CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code.
• Work with architects and security teams on architecture design.

Skills

Cloud infrastructure development

Terraform

GitHub

Azure DevOps

Networking

Identity management

Security tooling

Agile methodologies

DevSecOps

Job description

Senior Cloud Engineer

Job Number : 556993

Closing at : Dec 11 2025 - 23 : 55 GMT

Base Location : Reading, Perth, Havant

Salary : £58,100 - £87,100 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern : Permanent | Full Time | options available

The Role

Energy Markets (EM) is the commercial heart of the SSE Group, securing value for SSE's asset portfolios in wholesale energy markets as we move towards our vision of being a leading energy company in a net zero world. EM plays a critical role as the asset optimiser, route to market and risk management function for all SSE's Business Units (Wind, Hydro, Low Carbon Thermal, Distributed Energy and Customer portfolios). EM enables SSE to focus its expertise and capabilities in energy markets (including Trading, Risk Management, Energy Economics and Advanced Analytics) in one centre of excellence and, with these enhanced capabilities, support value creation and decision-making across the SSE Group.

This role plays a key part in the development and support of EM cloud hosted systems as well as providing cloud expertise to the wider department IT teams.

In joining the Energy Markets Cloud Platform Services team :

You Will

• Be part of an agile DevOps value stream responsible for implementation and run of Cloud Platform Services that support the SSE Energy Markets Business Unit.
• Be responsible for the release to production of native cloud solutions using CI / CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code, test automation and security scanning tools.
• Be working with architects, security, and governance teams supporting architecture design / agile delivery.
• Be building, deploying and managing cloud native solutions.

You Have

• An ability to independently develop, deploy and maintain cloud infrastructure and applications.
• Significant experience of deployment of cloud native applications using Terraform, GitHub and Azure DevOps.
• Demonstrable experience of networking, Identity management and Security tooling.
• Excellent communication skills and knowledge of Agile & DevSecOps ways of working.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

Our IT division powers growth across all SSE business areas by making sure we have the systems, software and security needed to take the lead in a low carbon world. They provide expertise, advice and day‑to‑day support in emerging technologies, data and analytics, cyber security and more.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24 / 7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.