Edf (Uk)
Provides energy solutions and low-carbon technologies for businesses and homes.
2 days ago
$25,139
Entry-level
Contractor
Gloucester, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
cloud ops
cloud platforms
devops
reliability
collaboration
- Operate and support EDF’s AWS or Azure cloud platforms at scale.
- Learn core DevOps practices and contribute to platform reliability using SLIs and SLOs.
- Collaborate with Technical Leads, Product Owners, and engineering partners in a fast‑changing IT environment.
Requirements
devops
gcses
sc clearance
remote
cloud
communication
Apprentices will be classified as remote workers, ideally based in the South West, with occasional travel to EDF offices in Gloucester and Heysham. All training and development are delivered virtually by QA through online tutorials, project work, labs and peer learning.
During the apprenticeship you will operate large‑scale cloud platforms, learn core DevOps practices, contribute to platform reliability through SLIs and SLOs, and gain exposure to digital tooling, automation and modern engineering approaches.
Candidates must have five GCSEs (A*–C) including English and Maths plus a Level 3 Software Apprenticeship, or a STEM A‑Level, a BTEC Diploma in IT, or two years relevant work experience, each combined with a successful QA aptitude test. Curiosity about cloud technologies, strong communication and a customer‑centric mindset are essential.
- Complete a Level 4 DevOps Engineer Apprenticeship with QA through virtual tutorials, projects, and labs.
- Eligibility: 5 GCSEs (A*–C) including English & Maths plus Level 3 Software Apprenticeship, or STEM A‑Level with QA aptitude test, or BTEC IT with aptitude test, or 2 years relevant experience with aptitude test.
- Must obtain Security Check (SC) clearance (UK residence 5 of the last 10 years).
- Remote work based in the South West with occasional travel to Gloucester and Heysham.
Benefits
Success is personal at EDF. By joining the DevOps Engineer Apprenticeship you will help Britain achieve net zero while earning a fully funded degree and gaining hands‑on experience.
The two‑year programme offers a starting salary of £25,139 and the chance to rotate between the AWS or Azure Cloud Platform teams and the DevOps Platform team, working alongside technical leads, product owners and engineering partners within Nuclear IT Services.
The role requires Security Check (SC) clearance, typically requiring five years of UK residence in the last ten years. The remuneration package includes a market‑leading pension, electric‑vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers and experience days, and EDF is committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Gain hands‑on experience with digital tooling, automation, and modern engineering approaches.
- Salary £25,139 per annum plus market‑leading pension, EV leasing, gym discount, life assurance, tech vouchers, and experience days.
Training + Development
Interview process
- virtual assessment centre on 31 march 2026
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
- sc security check required; must have uk residency for 5 of the last 10 years
Overview
19 countries
Global Presence
Operations span across multiple countries, contributing to a broad international energy portfolio.
- A leading energy provider is committed to driving low-carbon energy solutions across the UK.
- Generates a significant portion of the UK’s electricity with a focus on nuclear, wind, and solar power.
- Plays a key role in the UK's energy transition, striving to meet growing energy demands sustainably.
- Operates major nuclear power plants and offshore wind farms, contributing substantially to renewable energy output.
- Diverse portfolio includes electricity generation, supply, and energy services for both residential and business sectors.
- Invests in innovative energy storage and smart grid technologies, enhancing energy resilience.
Culture + Values
- We are committed to doing the right thing for our customers and for society.
- We care about making a positive impact on the world and strive to be a responsible company.
- We trust each other and believe in working together to achieve the best results.
- We encourage innovation and seek to improve every day.
- We take pride in being a diverse and inclusive company, welcoming people from all backgrounds and perspectives.
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero by 2050
Corporate Sustainability Goal
Committed to achieving a balance between carbon emissions and absorption by 2050.
- Leading developer of renewable energy, focusing on wind, solar, and nuclear power.
- Aims to decarbonize the UK power sector, reducing carbon emissions.
- Investing in energy efficiency programs and solutions for customers.
- Supports a sustainable energy future through innovation in green technologies.
Inclusion & Diversity
- Fostering an inclusive culture and increasing diversity across all levels.
- Has set a target to increase female representation in senior leadership roles.
- Aims for gender parity in its workforce, with clear action plans to improve representation of women.
- Tracks and reports on the gender pay gap, striving to reduce any disparity.