Azure Platform Engineer

Position Description

At CGI, we deliver secure, scalable cloud platforms that power critical transport systems and data-driven insight across the UK. As an Azure Platform Engineer, you will shape and optimise cloud environments that enable smarter decision-making, improved services, and real-world impact. Working at the forefront of digital transformation, you'll design and evolve high-performing Azure platforms, contributing to solutions that support national infrastructure. You'll be trusted to take ownership, bring fresh thinking, and collaborate with experts in a supportive environment that values innovation, continuous learning, and meaningful outcomes.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.

Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position.

Your future duties and responsibilities

In this role, you will design, build, and enhance secure, scalable Azure platforms that underpin critical transport systems and data-driven services. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, automated environments that enable insight, innovation, and operational excellence. You'll take ownership of platform performance and reliability, while contributing ideas that continuously improve how solutions are designed and delivered.

You will play a key role in advancing cloud capabilities, ensuring platforms are resilient, compliant, and optimised for evolving business needs, all within a collaborative environment that supports your growth and development.

Key responsibilities:
• Design & Build: Architect and deploy secure, scalable Azure data platforms
• Automate & Deliver: Implement Terraform and CI/CD pipelines to streamline deployments
• Collaborate & Enhance: Partner with engineers and stakeholders to deliver high-impact solutions
• Secure & Govern: Apply best practices across security, compliance, and cloud governance
• Optimise & Improve: Monitor, troubleshoot, and enhance platform performance and resilience

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

You will bring strong experience in Azure platform engineering, with a focus on automation, cloud infrastructure, and secure data environments. You'll be comfortable working collaboratively, adapting to evolving requirements, and delivering high-quality solutions that drive tangible outcomes.

Essential qualifications and experience:
• Strong hands-on expertise with Azure cloud services
• Proficiency in Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Familiarity with Python for automation or scripting
• Knowledge of cloud security, governance, and compliance frameworks
• Experience in the public sector (desirable but not essential)



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