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Centrica • Windsor | United Kingdom

Software Engineer (TypeScript)

Employment type:  Full time
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Job Description

Join us, be part of more.

We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.

An opportunity to play your part: We’re on the hunt for a Software Engineer who’s ready to roll up their sleeves and dive into some seriously exciting work. You’ll be part of a cross-functional team in DTS —the crew that builds, tests, and runs the platforms that keep Centrica moving. You’ll work closely with Product Owners to shape the roadmap, bring new tech to life, and help drive Centrica’s growth with smart, scalable SaaS solutions. If you love solving problems, collaborating with great people, and seeing your work make a real impact, you’ll fit right in.

Location: UK, (talk to us about flexible working)

The Day to Day:

  • Build and evolve backend applications using TypeScript/Node.js, Java, and Python.
  • Design and deploy scalable solutions across AWS, Azure, and Salesforce.
  • Champion Serverless and Event-Driven Architectures using Kubernetes and microservices.
  • Use SQL/NoSQL, Terraform, and Datadog to manage infrastructure and monitor performance.
  • Collaborate with Product Owners to define roadmaps and deliver impactful SaaS platforms.
  • Participate in hackathons and innovation projects with partners like AWS and Microsoft.
  • Drive excellence in Security, SRE, and Quality Engineering.

About You:

  • Have experience building Typescript/Node.js backend applications
  • Have experience building Serverless and Event Driven architectures on AWS
  • Proficiency in using Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible or similar tools.
  • Strong experience using API technologies
  • Have knowledge of engineering best practices and continuous delivery.
  • Are passionate about building quality software and delighting customers.
  • Responsible for proactively improving the practices of deployment, monitoring, alerting and incident handling within the team.

What's in it for you?

  • Enjoy a generous market salary, along with fantastic growth opportunities and a vibrant work environment!
  • Power up your pay with a 15% Employee Energy Allowance, surpassing the government's price cap!
  • Secure your future with our comprehensive pension plan, designed for peace of mind.
  • Elevate your health with our fully-funded company healthcare plan, prioritizing your well-being.
  • Recharge with a generous 25-day holiday allowance, plus public holidays, and even purchase up to 5 extra days for extended relaxation!
  • Experience unparalleled work-life balance with an exceptional selection of flexible benefits, from tech treats and eco-friendly car leases to travel insurance for your adventures!

Why should you apply?

We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you.

https://www.morethanacareer.energy/centrica

If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.


Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.

Company benefits

Adoption leave
Annual pay rises
Buy or sell annual leave
Car allowance – depending on the role
Carer’s leave
Company car
Compassionate leave
Critical Illness Insurance
Cycle to work scheme
Dental coverage
Employee discounts
Employee recognition scheme
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Enhanced pension match/contribution – double match company contribution, up to 10%
Enhanced sick days
Enhanced sick pay
Equity packages
Eye Care Support
Family health insurance
Fertility treatment leave
Financial coaching
Gym membership
Health insurance
Life insurance
Mental health platform access
Open to part-time employees
Optional unpaid leave
Pregnancy loss leave
Share options
Shared parental leave
Travel insurance
Travel loan
Volunteer days – 2 days per year paid
Work from anywhere scheme
Reservist leave – 10 days
Fertility benefits
Referral bonus
Annual bonus
Electric Car Salary Sacrifice
Learning license
In house training
Professional subscriptions
Lunch and learns
Personal development budgets
Open to compressed hours
Fertility benefits

Working at Centrica

Company employees:

20,000

Gender diversity (m:f):

70:30

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Awards & Accreditations

2nd – Large companies

2nd – Large companies

Flexa100 2024
3rd – Consumer Goods

3rd – Consumer Goods

Industry awards 2023

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