Infrastructure Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established player in the technology sector is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer to join their dynamic team in Manchester. This role offers the opportunity to manage and enhance a multi-site hybrid infrastructure, ensuring the stability and efficiency of IT systems. With a focus on both network and server management, the successful candidate will engage in a variety of projects and collaborate closely with the technology team to align infrastructure with business goals. Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible hybrid working model, and a range of attractive perks, including private healthcare and generous holiday allowances. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Private healthcare scheme

Railcard scheme

Gym subsidy

Excellent maternity & paternity packages

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Training & CPD

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in infrastructure roles with strong problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in managing Windows Server, Azure, and VMware technologies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and extend multi-site hybrid VMware and Azure infrastructure.
• Deploy and configure Windows and Linux virtual machines.
• Support user endpoints and manage backup operations.

Skills

Problem-solving

Excellent communication skills

Adaptability to fast-paced environments

Tools

Microsoft Windows Server

Microsoft 365

VMware vSphere

Microsoft Azure

Amazon AWS

Linux Servers

Veeam Backup

Networking technologies

Patch Management Software

CDN management

Job description

Job Description

We are currently seeking an Infrastructure Engineer who is adept at problem-solving and has a keen interest in technology. The candidate should be able to manage both network and server infrastructure in a busy and ever-evolving environment.

Client Details

Our client is an established and well-respected player in the technology sector. As a large organisation, they have a comprehensive team dedicated to ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of their technology infrastructure.

Description

• Ensuring the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the company's IT Infrastructure.
• Identifying, documenting, and solving technical issues related to network and server infrastructure.
• Evaluating and modifying system performance.
• Assessing and upgrading existing technologies to better serve the organisation.
• Handling multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Collaborating with the technology team to align infrastructure with business goals.
• Developing and implementing IT standards and procedures to aid in the management of resources.
• Contributing to disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

Minimum Requirements

2+ years' previous experience in a similar role.

Experience with 3 or more of the following technologies:

• Management and configuration of Microsoft Windows Server (inc. AD, DNS, IIS and SQL Server)
• Microsoft 365 (inc. Entra, Intune, Exchange Online, Defender)
• Deployment and configuration of Microsoft Windows and Apple macOS endpoints
• Networking technologies (Switches, Firewalls, ZTNA solutions)
• Microsoft Azure or Amazon AWS (especially for website hosting)
• VMware vSphere configuration
• Management and configuration of Linux Servers (especially Debian-based)
• Veeam Backup solutions
• CDN management (eg Cloudflare)
• Patch Management Software

Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, continually evolving working environment.

Excellent communication skills.

Self-motivated and delivery focused.

Profile

Responsibilities

• Monitoring, maintaining, and extending our existing multi-site hybrid VMware and Azure infrastructure.
• Deploying and configuring Windows and Linux virtual machines.
• Supporting and configuring user endpoints and office infrastructure.
• Supporting and configuring backup operations.
• Fulfilling Firewall change requests.
• Maintaining the security of our environments.
• Managing client solutions on public cloud infrastructure.
• Occasional out-of-hours maintenance and support.

Job Offer

What to expect

• Permanent job role.
• Competitive salary - £35 - £40K.
• Manchester city centre office, flexible hybrid working model (2 days per week office working required).
• 25 days holiday per annum, plus public holidays and your birthday.
• Access to a private healthcare scheme.
• Railcard scheme.
• Gym subsidy.
• Excellent maternity & paternity packages.
• Pension scheme entry after 3 months' employment (employer contribution of 5% of basic salary, on top of basic salary).
• Training & CPD.

We encourage all Infrastructure Engineers looking for a new and exciting opportunity in Manchester to apply for this role. This is a great chance to join a thriving company in the technology industry.