Azure Cloud Engineer

As Azure Infrastructure Engineer, you'll be responsible for configuring, automating and deploying Azure platform services using Infrastructure as Code (primarily Terraform) and CI/CD pipelines built with GitHub Actions. You'll support both central platform enablement and a federated delivery model by helping teams deploy and operate Azure services well, consistently, and securely.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of the UK's transition to net zero enabling the products and services which will be used to support the transition to a netzero energy system.

What you'll do

• Deploy, configure, and update Azure services using Terraform
• Build and maintain Azure platform components used by multiple teams, including shared services and environment foundations
• Apply practical knowledge of Azure networking concepts (such as routing, subnets, and integration points) as part of platform provisioning
• Create and maintain reusable Terraform modules and configuration patterns
• Support consistent deployments across environments (e.g. dev, test, UAT, prod)
• Ensure infrastructure changes are version-controlled, reviewed, and traceable through code-first workflows
• Design and implement GitHub Actions workflows to orchestrate Terraform lifecycle steps (init, plan, apply)
• Embed automated validation and quality checks into pipelines
• Support safe promotion of infrastructure changes using pull-request-based workflows
• Implement automation that supports operational hygiene and reduces manual intervention
• Promote good cloud hygiene, including resource grouping, tagging discipline, and cost awareness
• Support tagging standards and basic FinOps principles to enable cost visibility and accountability
• Contribute to logging, monitoring, and observability patterns where required
• Work closely with platform colleagues and delivery teams to understand needs and unblock deployments
• Produce lightweight documentation and runbooks to support self-service adoption of platform patterns
• Willingness to participate in on-call or shift-based support may be required over time, We don't generate or sell energy: instead, we join the dots that take it from A to B. At the backbone of industry and the heart of daily life, we take this vital force where it's needed most. As a Graduate, you'll join us as we tackle increasingly complex - and important - challenges, with real responsibility, comprehensive training and the power to change things, from day one., At Undergraduate level, we offer a 12-week Summer Internship or a 12-month Industrial Placement. Both will provide you with in-depth, on-the-job experience, working at the forefront of our far-reaching business. That could include anything from assisting with the development of new network designs to supporting high-profile construction projects., We currently run an 18-month Graduate Programme, as well as a 3-year Finance Graduate Programme. Each is made up of three advanced placements, where you'll tackle issues that will define the future of our network. As well as Finance, that could mean specialising in Engineering & Technical, Non-Technical & Commercial or Business Support.

• Hands-on experience deploying Azure infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code
• Strong preference for Terraform; experience with Bicep or ARM acceptable with solid IaC fundamentals
• Strong Git experience and confidence working with GitHub
• Practical experience creating and maintaining GitHub Actions pipelines
• Comfortable working across multiple teams in a consultative, enabling role, Each role at National Grid requires specific skills - and we look for people who can contribute their own ideas and way of thinking. However, there are some qualities that tie us together. The world of energy is constantly evolving: we need people with the spark, adaptability and drive to keep people connected. If you're passionate about the future of our industry - and excited by the prospect of changing it - then you could be right for National Grid.

• West Midlands; Birmingham; Coventry; Stoke-On-Trent; Wolverhampton; Telford; Walsall; Hereford; Worcester; Tamworth; Nuneaton
• Permanent
• Published: 1 day ago
• Competitive, * Competitive Salary: circa £48,000 - £57,000 per annum (based on capability, and experience)

Additional benefits:

• A competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%
• You will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance
• Flexible benefits such as a cycle scheme, share incentive plan, technology schemes
• Access to apps such as digital GP service for round the clock access to GP video consultations and NHS repeat prescriptions, wellbeing app to support your health and fitness
• Access to Work + Family Space, providing support and resources for work and family life, including paid emergency childcare and eldercare

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 Azure Cloud Engineer and be a part of something bigger-where your unique skills and passions can make a real difference. Together, we are superpowered. National Grid is hiring a Azure Cloud Engineer on a permanent basis. This position can be based in Warwick or London. This role is designated as hybrid, with an expectation of 3-4 days per month in the office. Requirements may vary based on business needs and company policy., 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 unique differences people 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. Our goal is to drive, develop and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. 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., We're National Grid: we bring power to people. From heating up homes to keeping the lights on in hospitals, the energy we deliver makes the everyday possible. Now, you can help us, as we shape the future of millions and build the hi-tech networks of tomorrow.