Integration Engineer

As a specialist Integration Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, deploying, and maintaining robust, scalable, and secure APIs and integration solutions. You will work with Azure API Management (API-M) and Red Hat OpenShift to enable seamless communication between internal systems, external partners, and cloud-native applications. This role focuses on modern RESTful APIs via Azure API Management (API-M), SOAP-based services using WSDL, and containerised deployments on Red Hat OpenShift. It is critical in driving digital transformation and ensuring the interoperability of enterprise systems.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who meet the following criteria:

• RedHat certified specialist in OpenShift Administration
• Significant relevant API experience
• Exposure to other API gateways (e.g., Kong, Apigee, AWS API Gateway)
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Proficiency in SOAP, WSDL, and XML-based service contracts
• Experience driving automation and operational efficiency
• Strong experience with RESTful APIs, OpenAPI/Swagger, JSON, XML
• Hands-on experience configuring API-M policies, subscriptions, and developer portals
• Knowledge of OAuth2, JWT, API keys, IP filtering, and rate limiting
• Hands-on experience with Red Hat OpenShift: container orchestration, Helm charts, and Kubernetes fundamentals
• Extensive knowledge with CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or Azure DevOps
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, ARM/Bicep templates or Terraform
• Experience with integration patterns and tools (e.g., Apache Camel, MuleSoft, or similar)
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Java, .NET, Node.js, or Python
• Experience with Azure Monitor, Application Insights, and Log Analytics
• Ability to write clear API documentation and usage guides
• Extensive knowledge of IT support and development activities, encompassing the full Software Development lifecycle
• Develop and maintain SOAP-based web services using WSDL specifications
• Expert understanding of cloud architecture., Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by SP Electricity North West. Due to the of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a Drug & Alcohol test.

We value your expertise and in return, you'll receive:

• An annual bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave increasing with length of service
• Private Healthcare
• An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands
• A market-leading contributory pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We're proud to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that embracing our differences makes us stronger.

SP Electricity North West manages and invests in the power network that supplies electricity to the 2.4m homes and businesses across the North West. Our 2,400 colleagues manage the 13,000km of overhead lines, 44,000km of underground cables and thousands of electricity substations to keep power flowing and supporting green growth. We're one of six distribution network operators in the UK and are regulated by Ofgem. We're proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry's most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference. Now part of the Iberdrola and ScottishPower group, we're collectively building smarter, greener electricity networks that will get Britain growing by investing in a better future, quicker.