Infrastructure & Cloud Manager

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the retail sector is seeking an Infrastructure Manager. This hands-on role involves overseeing infrastructure operations while collaborating closely with senior leadership. You will lead a team in a dynamic environment, manage cloud and on-prem solutions, and implement strategies for resilient operations globally. Competitive salary and an opportunity for professional development in a fast-paced sector are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Direct access to senior leadership

Opportunity to shape global operations

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Windows and Linux systems.
• Strong practical knowledge of Docker and Terraform required.
• Experience managing hybrid environments (cloud and on-prem).

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage core infrastructure supporting global ecommerce.
• Lead a small infrastructure team, ensuring operational excellence.
• Implement high-availability systems and manage third-party vendors.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Problem Solving

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Tools

Docker

Terraform

DevOps Pipelines

Microsoft Windows Server

Linux

Job description

Job Description

Infrastructure Manager (Technology)

Hertfordshire

£90,000 - £100,000 + Package

Role Summary:

We are seeking an Infrastructure Manager to work closely with the Head of Technology. You will be operating as the No. 2 within the team. Your remit will cover all aspects of Infrastructure operations. This role is technically focused and will be more hands-on than leadership. You will be working in a modern technology environment that is cloud-first.

You will get the chance to work with the CTO and CEO and various end customers globally in e-commerce, retail, and Saas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the design, deployment, and day-to-day operations of core infrastructure (cloud and on-prem) supporting global ecommerce and supply chain platforms.
• Lead and mentor a small infrastructure team, ensuring effective delivery, skills development, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with the Head of Technology and CEO on infrastructure strategy, aligning with business goals and international expansion plans.
• Deliver resilient, secure, and scalable environments using infrastructure-as-code principles with Terraform and automation tools.
• Manage Windows and Linux systems, including patching, monitoring, and performance tuning.
• Drive DevOps adoption—managing CI/CD pipelines, Docker containers, and security-first deployment pipelines.
• Implement high-availability systems and disaster recovery for business continuity across time zones and territories.
• Maintain system observability and monitoring to proactively identify issues and optimize system health.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and data privacy regulations across regions.
• Manage third-party vendors, licenses, and infrastructure budgets.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong technical leadership in infrastructure, 2 direct reports
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Windows Server, Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL), and modern virtualization.
• Strong practical knowledge of Docker, Terraform, and DevOps pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Azure DevOps).
• Experience managing hybrid environments (on-prem and cloud: AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Sound understanding of infrastructure and platform security principles, with exposure to DevSecOps workflows.
• Proven ability to collaborate with senior stakeholders, translating business needs into technical strategy.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, especially in high-availability and mission-critical environments.

What We Offer:

• A visible leadership role with direct access to senior leadership
• Opportunity to shape infrastructure strategy for global operations
• A dynamic, fast-paced environment in a growing retail technology business
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Onsite work environment/ Monday to Friday