Graduate Infrastructure Engineer

LA International; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in the UK is looking for a Graduate Infrastructure Engineer to support and maintain resilient infrastructure solutions. This entry-level role involves collaborating with teams, configuring systems, and learning about infrastructure technologies. Ideal candidates have a degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with a passion for IT and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of IT fundamentals including operating systems and networking basics.
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms such as VMware or Hyper-V.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain infrastructure systems including servers and networking.
• Assist with deployment and monitoring of infrastructure services.
• Contribute to IT security best practices and create documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

PowerShell

Python

Job description

Overview

As a Graduate Infrastructure Engineer, you will join the Infrastructure Engineering team to help deliver, support, and maintain secure, resilient, and scalable infrastructure solutions. This is an ideal entry-level role for individuals passionate about IT, eager to work with infrastructure technologies, and committed to continuous learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Supporting, configuring, and maintaining infrastructure systems such as servers, virtualization platforms, and networking components
• Assisting with the deployment, monitoring, and troubleshooting of infrastructure services to ensure performance and uptime
• Working with senior engineers on infrastructure upgrades, security enhancements, and system optimizations
• Contributing to the implementation of IT security best practices across platforms and environments
• Creating and updating documentation, including infrastructure diagrams, procedures, and technical knowledge articles
• Participating in automation efforts using scripting languages like PowerShell or Python to streamline repetitive tasks
• Collaborating with teams across IT—including service desk, applications, and project teams—to resolve technical issues and deliver effective solutions
• Following security policies, change management protocols, and operational standards when working in production environments

Education & Experience Requirements

• A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• A solid understanding of IT fundamentals, including operating systems (Windows/Linux), networking basics, and troubleshooting techniques
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms such as VMware or Hyper-V
• Awareness of IT security principles and the importance of best practices in infrastructure management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Clear communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• A proactive, growth-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and adapt
• The ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently when required