Lead Infrastructure Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Shefford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Lead Infrastructure Engineer and tackle unique IT infrastructure challenges while collaborating with experts to support the development of high-quality solutions. This role involves managing teams, designing systems, and engaging in cross-departmental initiatives to meet shared objectives. Enjoy a supportive work environment with extensive benefits aimed at enhancing both your professional and personal life.

Benefits

25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years

8 Bank Holidays plus additional leave days

Alpha Pension scheme

Paid overtime or time off in lieu

Extensive training and development opportunities

Free secure parking and onsite gym

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading infrastructure teams and making strategic decisions.
• Experience in designing and implementing enterprise infrastructure.
• Significant expertise with VMware, Windows Server, and Linux.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support server infrastructure with teamwork.
• Manage evaluation infrastructure administration.
• Lead project planning and interactions with senior stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Decision Making

Team Collaboration

Risk Identification

Problem Solving

Education

Relevant IT Certifications

Tools

VMware vSphere

Microsoft Windows Server

Linux Administration

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Scripting Languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash)

Job description

Job Description

Lead Infrastructure Engineer £70,162 with an additional recruitment and retention allowance of £5,720 per annum. This role is available full-time for 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday, or part-time with a minimum coverage of 30 hours. Flexible or compressed working hours are available. This role is based in the office.

Are you ready for a dynamic role that exposes you to unique and exciting IT infrastructure challenges? Working alongside an Infrastructure Engineer, you’ll manage the facilities and infrastructure required by our evaluation engineers to conduct detailed validation tests. You’ll collaborate with partners to develop high-quality, unique infrastructure solutions that support security.

As an expert, you'll bring proven experience in designing, developing, and supporting infrastructure systems to deliver medium to long-term product development strategies, while defining engineering guidelines and establishing effective ways of working. Within our dynamic, inclusive, and innovative environment, you will engage with multiple departments to achieve shared objectives and influence technical direction. Collaborating with Cyber Security and Digital Forensic experts, you’ll build, support, and maintain crucial infrastructure, whilst developing skills and deepening your expertise in Software, Infrastructure, Penetration Testing, and communication techniques.

More About You

This role is based on the DDaT Infrastructure Engineer framework. To apply, you will already have:

1. Demonstrable experience of leading infrastructure teams, making strategic decisions, and managing various platforms and systems.
2. Proven experience with the design and implementation of enterprise infrastructure.
3. Significant technical expertise in services such as VMware vSphere, Microsoft Windows Server administration, Linux system administration.
4. Experience in maintaining infrastructure systems, equipment, networks, and services.

It would be beneficial if you also have:

1. Practical experience of Infrastructure as Code (IaC), e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Puppet.
2. Certifications like CompTIA Network+ and Security+ (or equivalent experience/certification).
3. Practical scripting experience with Python, PowerShell, Bash.
4. Knowledge of RF Mast architecture, antennas, and cabling distribution.

Your Personal Skills

You will be someone who:

• Promotes a collaborative working environment supporting equality.
• Encourages diverse communication methods, including digital resources.
• Fosters teamwork within your team and across groups.
• Uses credible information to support decisions.
• Identifies risks and resolves issues efficiently.

Using Your Skills

You will:

• Design, implement, and support server infrastructure with Infrastructure Engineers and Technicians.
• Lead product trials and support strategies.
• Manage evaluation infrastructure administration.
• Lead project planning, meetings, and work with senior stakeholders for strategic direction.

With training provided, you will also:

• Conduct asset management, equipment needs assessment, purchasing, and maintenance scheduling.
• Manage test facilities including RF Screened Rooms, 5G, GNSS, WiFi 7, Bluetooth, and NB-IoT/LTE-M technologies.

What We Offer

• A positive, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.
• 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years.
• 8 Bank Holidays plus additional leave days.
• Alpha Pension scheme, competitive benefits.
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu.
• Flexible or compressed hours.
• Paid parental, adoption, and neonatal leave.
• Extensive training and development opportunities.
• Mentoring and coaching programs.
• Free secure parking, bike-to-work scheme, onsite gym, nursery, and other amenities.

This is a comprehensive role with multiple benefits designed to support your professional and personal life.