IT Technical Operations - London

Datatech Analytics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data analytics firm based in London is seeking an IT Technical operations professional. You will manage critical systems, ensuring performance and reliability in a fast-paced environment. The role involves server management, software support, and hardware troubleshooting. Ideal candidates have a strong background in system administration and possess a degree in a related field. Join a high-performing IT team that supports growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience managing on-site and off-site servers.
• Ability to troubleshoot connectivity issues.
• Proficiency in virtualisation technologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain on site and off site servers.
• Monitor and support in-house software applications.
• Administer Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policy.

Skills

System administration

Problem solving techniques

Group Policy management

Strong hardware knowledge

Scripting using PowerShell

Working knowledge of SQL

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or related

Tools

Microsoft Active Directory

Hyper V

NAS and iSCSI

Job description

Overview

Location: City of London | on site - Monday to Friday

Salary: £30,000 to £55,000 depending on experience

Reference: J13061

Join a global leader in sports trading that thrives on data, speed, and constant innovation. This organisation is known for its fast-paced environment and highly collaborative culture, and it now has an exciting opening for a proactive IT Technical operations. If you enjoy solving complex problems, working with enterprise level systems, and continually developing your technical skills, this role offers the perfect platform.

You will be part of a high performing IT team responsible for maintaining, optimising, and scaling the mission critical systems that power a technology first business at the forefront of its industry.

Responsibilities

• Managing and maintaining on site and off site servers
• Monitoring and supporting in house software applications
• Administering Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policy
• Managing and troubleshooting storage systems including NAS and iSCSI
• Providing expert support across the Microsoft Windows environment
• Applying strong problem solving techniques including working with the OSI model, DHCP scopes, and network addressing
• Troubleshooting connectivity issues such as resolving a PC with no internet access
• Supporting virtual environments and understanding virtual machine layers

Technical Experience

• System administration within a Microsoft Active Directory environment
• Group Policy management and configuration
• Virtualisation technologies, ideally Hyper V
• Experience managing storage systems including NAS and iSCSI
• Strong hardware knowledge including building or configuring custom machines
• Understanding of PC components, RAM compatibility, CPU Secure Boot, and common troubleshooting scenarios
• Knowledge of CPU generations for Intel and AMD
• Strong understanding of data size conversions and subnetting fundamentals, including byte and bit conversion and IP allocation
• Scripting using tools such as PowerShell
• Working knowledge of SQL, HTML, and general web technologies
• Exposure to Juniper networking is advantageous
• A collaborative mindset with enthusiasm for working in a high performance technical environment
• Strong numerate or analytical degree as Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a closely related subject, or equivalent practical experience

This role suits an IT Technical operations / engineer who wants to grow their technical skills and make a meaningful impact. You will work across infrastructure, trading systems, hardware, and networking, gaining hands on experience within a rewarding and supportive environment

Apply today or get in touch to learn more.