Microsoft 365 Engineer

Digital Waffle; Leicester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing technology services team is seeking a hands-on Microsoft 365 Engineer to implement and optimize M365 solutions. The role involves delivering projects from design to deployment, collaborating with clients to achieve their goals, and managing compliance and security settings within Microsoft 365. Candidates should have a strong background in M365 administration and be confident communicators. Relevant Microsoft accreditations are a plus. This is a full-time position based in Leicester, UK.

Qualifications

• Background in a Microsoft 365 engineering or implementation role.
• Strong understanding of M365 administration and configurations.
• Experience using PowerShell for task automation.

Responsibilities

• Partner with customers to implement M365 solutions.
• Architect and roll out Microsoft 365 services.
• Configure compliance and security settings in M365.

Skills

InTune

SharePoint / SharePoint Online

Exchange / Exchange Online

PowerShell

Azure AD

Job description

Microsoft 365 Engineer

Key Skills:

• InTune
• SharePoint / SharePoint Online
• Exchange / Exchange Online

Overview

A growing technology services team is looking for a hands‑on Microsoft 365 specialist to support the rollout and optimisation of modern workplace solutions for their customers. You’ll take ownership of delivering end‑to‑end M365 projects, from initial scoping and design through to configuration, deployment, and handover. This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys working closely with clients, solving complex technical challenges, and shaping secure, resilient cloud environments.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Partner with customers to understand their goals and map these to practical M365 implementations.
• Architect and roll out Microsoft 365 services such as Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams (including telephony), Intune, and Azure AD.
• Configure and manage compliance, governance, and security settings across the M365 ecosystem.
• Produce clear documentation for build processes, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Keep informed of emerging technologies and best practices to advise on improvements and future enhancements.
• Collaborate with internal delivery, sales, and support teams to ensure smooth project execution and a positive customer experience.

What You’ll Bring

• Demonstrated background in a Microsoft 365 engineering or implementation role.
• Strong understanding of M365 administration, portals, and service configurations.
• Experience using PowerShell to automate tasks and streamline management.
• Knowledge of Intune, Conditional Access, device compliance, and security policies.
• Solid grasp of identity and access management concepts, especially within Azure AD.
• Confident communicator who can work both independently and collaboratively.

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

• Relevant Microsoft accreditations (e.g., MS‑102 or similar).
• Exposure to hybrid Exchange environments.
• Understanding of Defender for Office 365 and wider security tooling.
• Experience completing migrations from on‑premises systems to cloud platforms.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology and Engineering

Industries

Technology, Information and Media, IT Services and IT Consulting, Software Development