System Engineer / DevOps - NGED

National Grid

England, United Kingdom

England, United Kingdom

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Reporting to the Head of Systems Engineering, this is a fantastic opportunity for a forward‑thinking Systems Engineer to shape the backbone of our technology landscape. You'll design, implement, and manage infrastructure across cloud and on‑premise environments, supporting high‑performance SaaS platforms and internal systems. In this hands‑on role, you'll drive automation, scalability, and security—ensuring our platforms are resilient, efficient, and aligned with industry best practices. Whether optimising performance or enhancing infrastructure reliability, your work will directly empower our development teams and accelerate delivery. We're looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative, Agile environment and brings deep technical expertise to the table. You'll be a subject matter expert, mentor, and enabler championing continuous improvement and Agile principles across the organisation. You'll also have the opportunity to deputise for the Head of Systems Engineering when needed, and play a key role in fostering a positive, high‑performance culture across Technology and the wider business.
What You'll Do
Design and deploy scalable, high‑performance systems across cloud and on‑prem environments
Optimise distributed infrastructure for uptime, reliability, and efficiency
Build automation for provisioning, configuration, and deployment to reduce manual effort
Implement robust security protocols and ensure compliance with industry standards
Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for system outages and performance issues
Collaborate with DevOps, software engineering, and IT teams to integrate and enhance solutions
Plan for future growth by analysing capacity and scaling infrastructure accordingly
Maintain clear documentation to support knowledge sharing and operational continuity
Stay ahead of tech trends and integrate best practices into infrastructure strategy
Support third‑party development partners to ensure quality and alignment with design goals
Required Qualifications and Skills
Champion Agile principles and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement
Deep expertise in AWS and cloud infrastructure, with hands‑on experience in containerisation, automation, and orchestration tools
Solid grasp of CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices
Strong coding skills in Python (plus Bash or PowerShell), with a focus on automation and reliability
Proven ability to design and manage large‑scale distributed systems, including networking, storage, and compute resources
Sharp troubleshooting instincts—able to diagnose and resolve complex system issues fast
Strong understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards (ISO27001, NIST, GDPR)
Experience with monitoring and logging tools like Splunk, Grafana, and the ELK stack
Excellent communicator—able to bridge technical and non‑technical teams with clarity and confidence
Analytical mindset with a knack for solving problems and turning insights into action
Comfortable managing complex projects in fast‑paced, high‑impact environments
Track record of scaling systems in cloud or hybrid setups
Creative problem‑solver who thrives on tackling challenges head‑on
Company Culture and Commitment At National Grid, our commitment to a cleaner, greener energy future is powered by the dedication and ingenuity of our people. Join our team as a Systems Engineer and be a part of something bigger—where your unique skills and passions can make a real difference. Together, we are superpowered.
At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.
All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation that comes with having diverse teams and business need. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and provide a working environment where everyone feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.
Compensation and Benefits A competitive salary between £55,000 – £72,000, dependent on capability. As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12 %. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary‑sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving, among others.
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England, United Kingdom

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