CAPGEMINI INVENT

At Capgemini Invent, we believe difference drives change. As inventive transformation consultants, we blend our strategic, creative and scientific capabilities, collaborating closely with clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Join us to drive transformation tailored to our client's challenges of today and tomorrow. Informed and validated by science and data. Superpowered by creativity and design. All underpinned by technology created with purpose.

Join our Data & AI Strategy team and be part of the future of AI consulting, where we’re not just advising clients, we’re actively disrupting traditional consulting models by embedding AI into every aspect of how we work.

We’re looking for changemakers with recent, hands-on experience in AI development, people who not only understand the technology but can connect it to the bigger picture. You’ll help our clients build, scale and embed AI capabilities across their organisations, driving transformation from strategy through to execution.

YOUR ROLE

This role sits at the intersection of strategy, innovation and delivery, perfect for someone who thrives on solving complex problems. From Agentic AI in risk governance, to AI sovereignty in enterprise architecture, to enabling the AI-empowered workforce of tomorrow, you’ll be working at the cutting edge of what’s next.

We DESIGN next-generation data, analytics and AI platforms – You will design and implement scalable, secure and cost-efficient platforms that power both operational and analytical workloads, leveraging leading cloud technologies (AWS, GCP, Azure).

We ENABLE hybrid cloud transformation – You will design and implement modern hybrid data architectures (e.g. Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery) and drive the migration of legacy systems to cloud-native solutions that unlock agility and performance.

We OPTIMISE and SECURE cloud environments – You will evaluate cloud environments and provide recommendations for performance optimisation, security, cost reduction and resource efficiency. You will ensure compliance with industry standards (GDPR, HIPAA, SOC2) and implement best practices for security, IAM, encryption and data protection.

We INNOVATE with data-driven solutions – You will create Proof of Concepts and Minimum Viable Products for advanced analytics and AI platforms, ensuring they align with enterprise objectives and deliver measurable business value.

We AUTOMATE for speed and reliability – You will build and streamline data pipelines, infrastructure provisioning, and deployments using DevOps practices, CI/CD, and Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation).

We DEFINE enterprise data strategy – You will shape the vision for enterprise data platforms, develop architecture blueprints, roadmaps, and communication plans that engage stakeholders and drive adoption.

We DELIVER impact through design excellence – You will champion user-centric design and storytelling to create compelling data platform solutions. By applying industry frameworks (TOGAF, DAMA) and best practices, you ensure consistency, compliance, and scalability.

We SUPERCHARGE delivery - We leverage the power of AI to accelerate delivery and drive innovation for our clients and our business. You will be encouraged to experiment with new AI and automation technologies to build proof of concepts, augment research and automate tasks.

As part of your role alongside client work you will have the opportunity to contribute to the business and your own personal growth, through activities that form part of the following categories:

Business Development - Leading/contributing to proposals, RFPs, bids, proposition development, client pitch contribution, client hosting at events.
Internal contribution - Campaign development, internal think-tanks, whitepapers, practice development (operations, recruitment, team events & activities), offering development.
Learning & development - Training to support your career development and the skills demand within the company, certifications etc.

We are looking for exceptional Data Platform Architecture & Engineering Consultants to lead the design, implementation and optimisation of modern, enterprise-grade data platforms. In this role, you will bring deep expertise in cloud-native architectures, data engineering, and DevOps practices to help organisations accelerate innovation and achieve data-driven success.

YOUR PROFILE

As a member of the Data & AI Strategy Team you’ll be part of the future of AI consulting. We look for individuals who align with our core values, are creative problem solvers and have a genuine interest in AI and emerging technologies. You’ll be passionate about helping organisations unlock the potential of AI not just through technical delivery, but by driving strategic change.

Below some of the key skills and experiences we look for in candidates. We don't expect you to hit every point – we want to build a team which has diverse backgrounds, perspectives and strengths.

Key Skills

Growth mindset and curiosity - You’re always learning, experimenting with new technologies, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
Problem Solving - You have strong problem solving and analytical skills, with the ability to structure complex challenges and develop clear, actionable recommendations.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills - You’re confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels, translating complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives.
Strong understanding of data and AI technologies - Whether through hands-on development or strategic project exposure, you can confidently engage with AI concepts and tools.

Technology & Delivery Experience

Education: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field.
Industry Expertise: 5+ years’ experience designing and managing cloud architectures (AWS, GCP and/or Azure), including hybrid and multi-cloud solutions.
Cloud Experience: Strong expertise in cloud-native services (containers, Kubernetes, serverless, microservices) combined with deep knowledge of networking, security, identity management, and compliance best practices.
Infrastructure & Automation: Hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, ARM Templates) and CI/CD automation (e.g. Google Cloud Deployment Manager, Azure CICD).
Consulting background with proven stakeholder management, project scoping and budgeting experience

Desirable Experience

Domain Experience: Primarily UK Public Sector, but also Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI), Consumer Products, Retail and Distribution (CPRD), Telecoms and Transport.
Cloud Certifications: in GCP (e.g., Google Professional Cloud Architect) and Azure (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert).
Familiarity with cloud cost management tools and best practices to optimise spend and maximise value
Experience supporting and participating in the commercial cycle, including defining project scope and agreeing on budgets.
Experience with Agile methodologies and cross-functional team collaboration.
SC Cleared / Eligible

WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE

Our team drives business transformation by architecting next-generation data and AI platforms that reimagine enterprise operating models, unlock new value streams and embed AI into the core of business strategy.

We work across a wide range of industries, delivering outcomes that matter to society. You’ll have the freedom to experiment, innovate, and shape your own career path, supported by mentorship from leading experts in data and AI.

We are delighted to have received the “Glassdoor Best Places to work UK’ accolade for 5 consecutive years, to see what it’s like to work at Capgemini Invent, visit our Glassdoor page

NEED TO KNOW

At Capgemini we don’t just believe in inclusion, we actively go out to making it a working reality. Driven by our core values and Inclusive Futures for All campaign, we build environments where you can bring your whole self to work.

We aim to build an environment where employees can enjoy a positive work-life balance. We embed hybrid working in all that we do and make flexible working arrangements the day-to-day reality for our people. All UK employees are eligible to request flexible working arrangements.

Employee wellbeing is vitally important to us as an organisation. We see a healthy and happy workforce a critical component for us to achieve our organisational ambitions. To help support wellbeing we have trained ‘Mental Health Champions’ across each of our business areas. We have also invested in wellbeing apps such as Thrive and Peppy.

CSR

We’re committed to using technology as a force for good. That means reducing our own carbon footprint and expanding access to the digital world for everyone. This isn’t just a statement; it’s a core part of who we are. In fact, Capgemini has been recognised by the Ethisphere Institute as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. When you join us, you become part of a team that does the right thing.

Your base location will be London, Manchester, or Glasgow, but flexibility is essential. These roles may require travel and short-notice assignments away from home.

We offer a remuneration package which includes flexible benefits options for you to choose to suit your own personal circumstances and a variable element dependent grade and on company and personal performance.

ABOUT CAPGEMINI

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 350,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fuelled by its market leading capabilities in AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem. The Group reported 2024 global revenues of €22.1 billion.

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