IT Graduate Scheme - Cloud Engineer

Join us, and help be the energy behind the change

Here at National Gas, we are at the forefront of the UK's move towards sustainable energy and achieving our Net Zero goals by 2050. Whilst our teams work behind the scenes to develop the future of our energy systems, our engineers are out in the field delivering the natural gas demands of today. 

About the Role

As a Cloud Engineer you’ll join our dynamic engineering team. You’ll focus on cloud provisioning and DevOps practices, which provides you with an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to our portfolio of projects. As a Cloud Engineer, you’ll work closely with our experienced engineers to design, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure and automation solutions.  

You’ll get stuck into:  

• Assisting in the design, implementation, and management of cloud infrastructure using platforms such as Azure, GCP or AWS.  
• Collaborating with the DevOps team to develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines, ensuring efficient and reliable software delivery.  
• Monitoring and optimising cloud resources to ensure performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency.  
• Implementing and maintaining infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.  
• Participating in troubleshooting and resolving cloud infrastructure issues, ensuring high availability and reliability.  
• Working with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and deliver cloud-based solutions that meet business needs.  
• Staying up to date with the latest cloud technologies and best practices, continuously improving your skills and knowledge. 

About You

For you to thrive as a Cloud Engineer, you’ll need to have a basic understanding of cloud computing concepts and services. You’ll have a familiarity with DevOps practices and tools, such as CI/CD pipelines, version control systems (e.g., Git) and containerisation (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). You’ll be a strong problem-solver and enjoy working through challenges. You’ll be at ease working collaboratively in a team environment and have excellent communication skills. A great Cloud Engineer has growth mindset, is curious and enjoys learning and adapting to new technologies.    

We celebrate the different experiences our colleagues bring to our organisation, and strongly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. 

What you'll need

You’ll need a bachelor’s degree in or related to:  

• Computer Science  
• Information Technology  

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Relevant certification, on GCP or Azure are advantageous  

A cover letter is essential to help us understand why you're a great fit for the role. Be sure to include any other relevant experience or university modules.  

You'll need to have permanent right to work in the UK for the entirety of this programme, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. 

Studies suggest that women tend to apply only if they meet 100% of the criteria. If you resonate with our mission, the role excites you and your skills align, we encourage you to apply.

What you can expect from us

At National Gas, we pride ourselves on a supportive and collaborative work environment. We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and support our employees in achieving it.  We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can perform at their best, where every team member feels valued and supported. 

You'll be mentored by experienced professionals and have opportunities to work on impactful projects. We ensure that you gain hands-on experience, with opportunities for career advancement and professional development.  

We encourage all graduates to take ownership of their journey. You'll strive to grow and develop, taking advantage of all that National Gas has to offer.  

In return, you’ll receive a range of benefits that reward your great work. Your starting annual salary will be £34,646, plus a bonus scheme and a welcome payment of £2000. You'll receive a generous holiday allowance with the option to buy and sell additional days.

The 'nice to knows'

As part of our Hybrid working approach, your time will be split between office days, site visits and working from home.  

You'll start in a large cohort of other graduates and apprentices, where you'll attend an in person induction in September 2025, fostering strong workplace relationships that will build the foundation of your future networks. 

Your next steps...

You'll be offered support and guidance throughout the application process by our Early Careers team. Eligible applications will be reviewed by a human, every step of the way. We encourage you to only apply for one scheme, so please consider this carefully. When reviewing your application, if we feel you might be a good fit for something else, we'll be sure to let you know. 

If your online application is successful, you’ll be invited to a virtual solo interview. The final stage is an in-person Assessment Centre at our Warwick Head Office on Monday 9th December 2024, so you must be available on this date. You will get support towards travel costs. 

Applications close on Sunday 27th October 2024. Each year, we receive a large volume of applications, so we'd encourage you to apply early. 

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At National Gas we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives. If you require reasonable adjustments to complete the application process, please contact us at earlycareers@nationalgas.com