CGI is delivering complex integration and transformation programmes that are shaping the future of the energy sector. As an IT Technical Lead you will sit at the heart of delivery owning the technical direction for large-scale multi-system initiatives that support safe reliable and data-driven operations. Working across domains such as ERP Operations and HSE systems or Data & Analytics you will help translate strategy into robust production-ready solutions. At CGI you are trusted to take ownership of outcomes encouraged to apply creative thinking to complex challenges and supported by a collaborative community of experts to deliver meaningful lasting impact.
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 youll be part of an open friendly community of experts. Well train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.
This role is based in Aberdeen working in a hybrid model with regular on-site presence (typically 23 days per week) to support close collaboration with client and CGI teams.
In this role you will be accountable for the technical design and coherence of one or more projects ensuring solutions are secure resilient and fit for 247 production and HSE-critical environments. You will define end-to-end solutions guide delivery teams and provide the technical leadership needed to balance innovation with operational safety.
Working closely with project managers business analysts client architects and engineers you will support delivery within a structured stage-gate governance model applying Agile practices where they add value. You will take ownership of technical decisions while collaborating across teams to ensure solutions are well understood well governed and successfully embedded.
Key responsibilities
Own & Define end-to-end technical architecture and solution design across your domain
Lead & Support engineering teams reviewing designs and resolving complex technical issues
Integrate & Secure systems and data flows ensuring performance resilience and security
Plan & Govern technical delivery supporting estimates risks trade-offs and stage-gate approvals
Promote & Reuse standard patterns accelerators and best practice across delivery
Protect & Prepare production through cutover DR performance and operability planning
To succeed you will bring deep technical expertise in at least one core domain combined with strong leadership experience on complex multi-vendor programmes. You will be comfortable taking ownership of technical outcomes while working collaboratively with delivery teams and senior stakeholders.
Essential qualifications
Extensive experience producing and communicating solution designs and technical options
Strong understanding of non-functional requirements including performance resilience security and operability
Proven experience leading technical delivery within Agile or hybrid delivery models
Extensive experience in technical leadership architecture or senior engineering roles
Ability to work on-site in Aberdeen 23 days per week
Desirable qualifications
Degree in Computer Science Engineering or a related discipline or equivalent experience
Domain certifications such as SAP S/4HANA Azure or cloud platforms
Architecture certification (e.g. TOGAF or equivalent)
Experience within energy utilities or other asset-intensive safety-critical industries
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