IT Systems Engineer (2nd/3rd line)

Lightcast Discovery; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm in Cambridge is seeking an IT Systems Engineer to support colleagues across IT and computer systems. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in a similar role, strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Windows, and excellent problem-solving skills. The role is predominantly face-to-face in the office, with some remote support. Generous benefits include pension contributions and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Pension contribution matched up to 7%

Private medical insurance

Income protection

Life insurance

Subsidised gym membership

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in a similar IT support role.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Windows 10/11, and Active Directory.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 2nd line support for Microsoft 365 and Windows issues.
• Remotely troubleshoot hardware and network problems.
• Assist in onboarding new users and maintaining IT documentation.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Windows

Desktop support

Cybersecurity

Problem-solving

Networking

Customer service

Education

Relevant academic qualifications equivalent to degree level education

Tools

ServiceNow

Microsoft Intune

PowerShell

Hyper-V

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Expected salary range of £35k-£45k depending on experience

Overview

Our mission is to push the boundaries of complex cell analysis. Using the Lightcast platform we are working with major pharmaceutical companies and leading academic institutes. Together, using our next generation microfluidic platform, we are making advances towards new science, unique clinical approaches, new therapies and innovative products. The Lightcast platform allows precise and highly flexible independent control of thousands of microdroplets independently and in parallel using software-generated light patterns. By combining droplets containing different cells, antibodies, cancer drugs, reporters and /or other reagents we can perform complex workflows and assays with a flexibility far beyond what is currently possible on any cell analysis platform.

About the role

Lightcast Discovery is recruiting an IT Systems Engineer to join the IT team. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a fast growing and exciting business. You will support colleagues across our IT, communications and computer systems including network architecture, cyber security, Audio & Video Conferencing, applications & hardware support, mobile, apps, and more.

You will be a point of escalation, handle and resolve support requests, maintain the performance of our systems, and plan for future requirements. You will share good practice and assist in the technical development of other IT team members.

If you’re an IT problem-solver who thrives on helping people and enjoys working with technology, this is your chance to grow with a supportive and innovative team. You will get the opportunity to be instrumental in delivering some transformational technology projects.

As an IT Systems Engineer (2 nd / 3 rd Line), you’ll be the go-to expert for resolving technical issues, ensuring our colleagues stay productive and stress-free. Your expertise in Microsoft 365, Windows, and desktop support will be crucial in keeping our systems running smoothly and secure.

You will deliver exceptional customer service, keeping non-technical users confident and informed. We do require a minimum of 3-5 years in a similar role. You will provide IT & engineering support across all areas of the business. Predominantly face to face in the Cambridge office but including some remote support.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 2nd Line support for Microsoft 365, Windows, and desktop-related issues.
• Remotely troubleshoot hardware, software, and network problems effectively.
• Manage and resolve escalated support tickets, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Assist in onboarding new users, including setting up accounts and devices.
• Support Office 365 applications, including Teams, SharePoint and Exchange.
• Maintain and update IT documentation, procedures and user guides.
• Work closely with IT colleagues on infrastructure improvements and projects.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve desktop, network and application issues
• Diagnosing and rectifying issues with Wifi, Client VPNs & network connectivity
• Performing system administration tasks for backups, security and storage.
• Support and maintaining virtualised servers and infrastructure.
• Support the deployment and ongoing maintenance of operating systems and applications for end user computing in a scientific environment.
• Implementing projects and technologies that benefit the business.
• Through an agreed change control process, propose, document & implement approved security initiatives and configurations for Cloud, Endpoints and Servers.
• 3 Years minimum experience in IT support, ideally in a 2nd Line Engineering role
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Windows 10/11 and Active Directory
• Familiarity with ITSM ticketing systems (e.g. ServiceNow, Freshworks, Zendesk)
• Agility, combined with effective problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Absorbing new technical information swiftly and able to disseminate to others as needed.
• Broad knowledge across IT Systems, Facilitating the sharing of good practice with others.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a logical mindset
• Excellent communication skills and confidence to interact with colleagues at all levels regardless of their technical abilities.
• A proven interest in technology & IT Security, with examples that you can discuss at interview.
• Strong communication skills – ability to explain tech to non-tech people, fluent in both spoken and written English
• The ability to demonstrate exceptional customer service, that often exceeds expectations
• Passion for learning and professional growth, with a proactive approach to seeking work when appropriate and identifying service improvements.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Intune and Defender management portals to a high level.
• Microsoft Teams Meeting Rooms - hardware, architecture and system configuration.
• Any IT certifications (CompTIA, Microsoft, ITIL)
• Networking knowledge (DNS, DHCP, VLANs) Firewalls, Switches and routing
• Microsoft Teams Telephony integration with calling plans, Call routing and PSTN phone networks.
• An Interest in Cybersecurity and mitigating security risks
• Experience of working within a multisite organisation within a scientific environment
• Scripting using PowerShell, Bash or Python
• Microsoft Hyper-V Server virtualization technologies
• Proficient in using Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Relevant academic qualifications with equivalency to degree level education

Benefits

• We offer a generous package including:
• Pension contribution matched up to 7%
• Private medical insurance
• Income protection
• Life insurance
• Subsidised gym membership and weekly cross fit sessions
• Access to Cycle to Work and Technology schemes
• Enhanced family leave policies

Lightcast Discovery is committed to equal employment opportunity. Learn more about Lightcast Discovery Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: We have agreements with our preferred suppliers and will not be adding to this list. Any resume submitted in the absence of a signed agreement will become the property of Lightcast Discovery, and will not incur a placement fee.

This role is based wholly in our Cambridge office.