Infrastructure Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company in Leicester is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer to maintain, support, and optimize their modern hybrid infrastructure. The role includes working with Microsoft technologies, managing cloud solutions in Azure, and troubleshooting various environments. Candidates should have strong problem-solving skills and experience in key technical areas, with opportunities for professional growth in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience in at least three of the key technical areas mentioned.
• Strong problem-solving skills and logical troubleshooting approach.
• Desire to keep current with new technologies and trends.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain Microsoft technologies (Exchange, Active Directory, etc.).
• Manage cloud solutions in Microsoft Azure.
• Administer virtualised environments (VMware/Hyper-V).

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Adaptability

Tools

Microsoft Azure

PowerShell

VMware

Cisco

Active Directory

SharePoint

Windows Server

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Leicester, UK (Hybrid Working)

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum

Are you an experienced Infrastructure Engineer looking to take the next step in your career? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking organisation with a modern, hybrid infrastructure and a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement.

We're looking for someone with a passion for technology and a solid understanding of both cloud and on-premise environments. You’ll play a vital role in maintaining, supporting and optimising core systems that keep the business running efficiently and securely.

The Role

As part of a small but highly skilled team, you’ll work across a broad range of technologies, supporting and improving enterprise-level infrastructure. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Supporting and maintaining Microsoft technologies (Exchange, Active Directory, SharePoint, Teams, Windows Server).
• Managing cloud-based solutions in Microsoft Azure.
• Administering virtualised environments using VMware and/or Hyper-V.
• Maintaining and optimising Storage Area Networks (SAN) and enterprise backup systems.
• Assisting in the development and testing of disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Writing and maintaining automation scripts using PowerShell.
• Configuring and troubleshooting Cisco networking equipment.
• Ensuring security best practices are followed across all infrastructure layers.

About You

We’re looking for someone with strong problem-solving skills, a proactive mindset, and the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team. You’ll ideally have experience across at least three of the key technical areas above, along with:

• A logical and analytical approach to troubleshooting.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to adapt quickly in a fast-moving environment.
• A desire to stay current with new technologies and industry trends.

If you're ready to join a collaborative and supportive team where you’ll have real ownership and opportunities to grow, apply today – we’d love to hear from you.