Infrastructure Engineer

Xcede; London; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer for a long-term contract role supporting a high-profile digital transformation program. This exciting opportunity involves working with a diverse engineering team to deliver scalable, secure infrastructure for mission-critical environments. You will utilize modern Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices and play a crucial role in building and maintaining cloud-native solutions. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for automation and infrastructure, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of hands-on infrastructure engineering experience required.
• Strong knowledge of Linux systems, Terraform, and Ansible is essential.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain infrastructure automation using Terraform and Ansible.
• Design secure, scalable cloud-native environments and troubleshoot complex issues.

Skills

Infrastructure Engineering

Linux Systems (RHEL/SUSE)

Terraform

Ansible

GitLab

Bash Scripting

Python Scripting

CI/CD Tools

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Job description

Infrastructure Engineer – Long-term Contract – Inside IR35
Location: Remote with occasional travel to client site (UK-based)
Contract Length: 12 months minimum
Engagement Type: Inside IR35
Start Date: ASAP
Clearance: Must be eligible to work in the UK

Are you ready to join a high-profile digital transformation program supporting one of the world’s most respected enterprise software providers? Our client, a global IT services leader, is looking for an Infrastructure Engineer to play a key role in a dynamic team delivering scalable, secure infrastructure for mission-critical environments.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a long-term contract supporting complex, cloud-native infrastructure with a focus on automation, scalability, and high availability. The end customer is a global leader in enterprise software solutions, and this role supports internal teams building and maintaining infrastructure to power next-gen solutions. You’ll be joining a diverse, highly-skilled engineering team focused on building and managing large-scale infrastructure using modern IaC practices. The environment is collaborative, innovative, and fast-moving.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, enhance, and maintain infrastructure automation using Terraform and Ansible
• Design and support secure, scalable cloud-native environments (OpenStack, RHEL/SUSE Linux)
• Contribute to the development and deployment of CI/CD pipelines
• Troubleshoot complex issues, particularly around authentication and system integration
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and architecture teams
• Provide documentation and mentorship to junior engineers
• Work under challenging timelines with a proactive and quality-focused mindset

Essential Skills & Experience

• 6+ years of hands-on infrastructure engineering experience
• Proven ability to manage ambiguity and adapt in fast-paced environments
• Deep knowledge of Linux systems (RHEL/SUSE), OpenStack, and GitLab
• Strong hands-on experience with Terraform and Ansible
• Experience with scripting in Bash or Python
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and DevOps practices
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and lead/mentor within a global team
• Fluent in English; German is a plus

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of enterprise software environments, especially SAP
• Experience working in cross-cultural teams
• Familiarity with secure landscape design and implementation

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Consulting

Industries: Software Development