Lead the design and evolution of cloud-native architectures for scalable, maintainable, and secure digital platforms, with a strong emphasis on Google Cloud, while also leveraging experience with AWS and/or Azure.
Act as a technical mentor for junior developers, fostering a culture of architectural thinking, system ownership, and continuous improvement.
Design and govern Kubernetes-based deployment strategies across environments, ensuring robust container orchestration, service mesh integration, and operational observability.
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business and operational requirements into scalable and future-proof technical solutions.
Provide expert guidance on CI/CD pipeline design using tools like Cloud Build, or GitHub Actions.
Maintain high-quality documentation of architectural decisions, interfaces, and infrastructure blueprints using internal wikis, diagrams, and Confluence spaces.
Architect and implement distributed backend systems and microservices using Java or NodeJS (with TypeScript) and, eventually, Python, following best practices in performance, resilience, and security.
Define and drive the adoption of architectural standards, technical design patterns, and cloud governance practices across engineering teams.
Requirements
docker
kubernetes
google cloud
java
8+ years
leadership
Experience integrating software platforms with industrial systems such as SCADA or other industrial IoT protocols.
Senior professionals (+8 years of relevant experience) will be considered in the selection process. 5-8 years' experience profiles could be considered if they are outstanding.
8+ years of professional experience in software engineering.
Demonstrated experience working with cloud-native platforms, ideally with hands-on expertise in Google Cloud Platform (preferred), plus working knowledge of AWS and/or Azure.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.
Deep knowledge of containerization (Docker) and orchestration with Kubernetes, including production-grade deployments.
Professional certifications in cloud architecture (e.g., Google Professional Cloud Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or AWS Certified Solutions Architect).
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Experience with digital twins, asset modeling, or time-series data platforms in energy or industrial contexts.
Experience building multi-tenant SaaS or PaaS platforms and multi-region deployments.
Proven expertise in designing RESTful and event-driven APIs, microservices, and distributed systems.
Ownership mindset and attention to detail.
Agile methodology certifications (e.g., Scrum Master, SAFe Agilist) and familiarity with tools like Jira or Azure Boards.
Balance between structured thinking and creative problem solving.
Advanced proficiency in Java (preferred) and/or NodeJS or Python, with strong understanding of scalable backend architectures.
Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills across technical and business stakeholders.
Ability to translate business and operational needs into scalable, secure, and maintainable technical architectures.
Experience working with CI/CD design using tools like Cloud Build, GitHub Actions, or equivalent.
Understanding of DevSecOps principles and cloud security best practices.
Comfortable working with relational and NoSQL databases, including performance and scalability trade-offs.
Willingness to learn and adapt to evolving technologies and tools.
Team player with collaborative spirit and strong communication skills.
English proficiency at C1/C2 level, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
non‑citizens must meet applicable immigration requirements to work in the country.
Security clearance
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Company
Overview
£9.5 billion
Annual Revenue 2023
Generated through operations in energy networks, renewables, and retail and wholesale energy services.
£8.4 billion
Annual Revenue 2022
Reflects the company's performance across various energy-related business units.
13.1%
Year-On-Year Growth
Increase in annual revenue from 2022 to 2023.
Operates in electricity generation, transmission, and distribution and specialises in renewable energy, particularly onshore and offshore wind farms, and manages the transmission and distribution networks in South and Central Scotland, as well as parts of North Wales and North West England.
Provides electricity and gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the UK, offering services such as smart metering, energy efficiency advice, and home services like boiler care and maintenance.
Has three main divisions: Energy Networks, Renewables, and Energy Retail and Wholesale.
Culture + Values
*SUSTAINABLE ENERGY:* Emphasises pioneering renewable energy, creating economic, social, and environmental value, with a commitment to safety, environmental respect, and ethical, rational, responsible actions.
*INTEGRATING FORCE:* Acts as a dynamic and responsible force for change, fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, encouraging diversity, and growing talent to achieve common goals.
*DRIVING FORCE:* Focuses on bringing about efficient change by challenging processes, innovating for continuous improvement, and anticipating customer needs.
Environment + Sustainability
2040 Target
Net Zero Commitment
Committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2040.
100% Renewable
Clean Energy Production
All electricity generated from UK windfarms, ensuring a sustainable energy supply.
1,157 Turbines
Wind Energy Network
Operates a network of 1,157 turbines across onshore windfarms, contributing to significant renewable energy generation.
38 Windfarms
Energy Infrastructure
Maintains 38 onshore windfarm sites, supporting the transition to clean energy.
ScottishPower is a leader in renewable energy.
Enough electricity to power over 1.2 million homes, nearly half the homes in Scotland.
Capacity to generate 1,948 MW of electricity.
Inclusion & Diversity
35% Women Target
% of senior management roles
Target for women in senior management roles by 2030.
32% Female Representation
% in senior management
Increase in female representation in senior management from 26% in 2021 to 32% in 2022.
Collaborates with several recognised organisations to enhance its commitment to diversity and inclusion, such as the Business Disability Forum, The Armed Forces Covenant, Carers UK, ENABLE Scotland, and POWERful Women. It holds the highest level of accreditation of the Armed Forces Covenant (Gold Status) and received the Inclusive Workplace Award from the Scottish Union of Supported Employment for two consecutive years.