At CGI, we enable organisations to accelerate innovation through secure, scalable, and high-performing cloud platforms. We are looking for a Platform Engineer to play a pivotal role in driving cloud-native delivery, enabling teams to build, test, and release software with speed and confidence. You will help design and optimise modern platforms that power critical systems, working at the intersection of automation, infrastructure, and software engineering. Joining a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, you’ll be empowered to shape solutions, influence best practices, and deliver tangible impact for clients while continuously developing your expertise.
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 some of our work, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position.
In this role, you will act as a key enabler within cloud-native delivery teams, helping to design, build, and optimise platforms that support rapid and reliable software delivery. You will work closely with developers, architects, and stakeholders to implement automated, scalable infrastructure and guide teams on best practices across the platform lifecycle. From improving CI/CD pipelines to enhancing system reliability, you will take ownership of delivering efficient, high-quality solutions that directly impact client outcomes.
You will also contribute to continuous improvement by automating processes, supporting junior team members, and collaborating across disciplines to ensure seamless delivery in an Agile environment.
• Design & Enable scalable cloud platforms across AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Automate & Optimise infrastructure using Terraform, Ansible, and Bicep
• Build & Maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions
• Collaborate & Guide development teams on deployment best practices
• Analyse & Improve system performance, reliability, and release processes
• Manage & Orchestrate containerised environments using Docker and Kubernetes
• Troubleshoot & Resolve build and deployment issues using logs and monitoring tools
• Engage & Deliver client-focused solutions aligned to business requirements
• Support & Mentor junior engineers within Agile teams
To succeed, you will bring strong experience in platform engineering or DevOps within cloud-native environments, alongside a proactive approach to automation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You should be confident working across infrastructure, tooling, and development teams, with the ability to influence and deliver high-quality platform solutions.
• You should have experience working in Agile development teams
• Proven experience delivering cloud-native infrastructure and configurations
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, Ansible, Bicep)
• Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, and/or GCP
• Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions)
• Solid troubleshooting and debugging skills
• Proficiency in scripting or programming languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell, Java, Go, etc.)
• Experience with Git-based source control systems (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, Azure DevOps)
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
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Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
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