Platform Engineer

DLA Piper LLP; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper LLP is seeking a Platform Engineer to deploy, manage and maintain Azure cloud environments within the Platform Team. You will work with Digital Workplace, Security, Infrastructure and Service Delivery to implement endpoint management and automation, delivering reliable user experiences.

The role focuses on Intune/Autopilot, AVD, security controls, scripting, and documentation, with a strong emphasis on cost, performance and compliance across Windows, macOS and mobile devices.

Qualifications

• Experience working within a large-scale enterprise endpoint management environment
• Experience administering Microsoft Intune and Endpoint Management solutions
• Understanding of endpoint compliance, device security and modern workplace technologies
• Experience packaging, deploying and supporting enterprise applications
• Experience supporting device lifecycle and asset management processes
• Familiarity with IT Service Management processes and platforms such as ServiceNow
• Experience working within security and compliance frameworks such as ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with the ability to resolve complex technical issues
• An automation-focused mindset with experience using scripting and process improvement techniques
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, capable of managing multiple workstreams effectively
• Strong communication skills, able to interact confidently with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• A collaborative approach with a willingness to share knowledge and learn from others
• A proactive attitude with a commitment to continuous service improvement and operational excellence

Responsibilities

• The Platform Engineer works closely with Digital Workplace, Security, Infrastructure and Service Delivery teams to implement, maintain and support the organisation's endpoint management ecosystem. The role is responsible for ensuring endpoint devices remain secure, compliant, reliable and effectively managed throughout their lifecycle while delivering a positive user experience across the business.
• Ultimately, this role contributes to the delivery and continual improvement of device management services and workplace technologies that support the organisation's operational and strategic objectives.
• Support the administration, maintenance and continuous improvement of the organisation's Endpoint Management platform
• Manage endpoint devices throughout their lifecycle, including provisioning, deployment, maintenance, refresh and retirement activities
• Configure and maintain Microsoft Intune, Autopilot and associated endpoint management technologies
• Implement and support endpoint compliance policies, configuration standards and security controls in accordance with organisational requirements
• Package, test, deploy and maintain applications across Windows, macOS, mobile and virtual desktop environments
• Support vulnerability remediation activities by identifying, assessing and resolving endpoint security risks
• Administer mobile device management services, including enrolment, configuration and policy management for smartphones and tablets
• Support enterprise print management services, ensuring reliable and secure printing capabilities for users across the organisation
• Maintain and support Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments to ensure availability and performance
• Investigate and resolve endpoint, application and workplace technology incidents and service requests, taking ownership through to resolution
• Develop and maintain automation and scripting solutions to improve operational efficiency and consistency
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures and knowledge articles
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and third-party suppliers to support service delivery and technology improvements
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve device management services, user experience and operational processes
• Keep up to date with emerging endpoint management technologies, security practices and industry best practices

Skills

Endpoint management

Microsoft Intune

Autopilot

Azure Virtual Desktop

PowerShell

Microsoft Graph

Endpoint security

Scripting

Tools

Intune Console

Endpoint Manager

ServiceNow

Job description

The platform is a set of technologies, tools, and services that enable others to build on top of it.

The Platform Engineer is responsible for the on-going deployment, management and maintenance of development and production environments within Azure cloud infrastructure.

Working within the Cloud Platform Team, alongside colleagues from across the Platform and Products Teams, as well as Enterprise Architecture, Compliance, Information Security, Customer IT, the Platform Engineer drives quality and repeatability into their work through a mixture of Software / DevOps methodologies and Reliability Engineering.

Create consistent, automated environments across all tiers, proactively test and tune all aspects of the infrastructure, streamline CI/CD processes, monitor and respond to system alerts and continually work to optimise the performance, security, reliability and cost management elements of our systems.

Main duties and responsibilites

The Platform Engineer works closely with Digital Workplace, Security, Infrastructure and Service Delivery teams to implement, maintain and support the organisation's endpoint management ecosystem. The role is responsible for ensuring endpoint devices remain secure, compliant, reliable and effectively managed throughout their lifecycle while delivering a positive user experience across the business.

Ultimately, this role contributes to the delivery and continual improvement of device management services and workplace technologies that support the organisation's operational and strategic objectives.

• Support the administration, maintenance and continuous improvement of the organisation's Endpoint Management platform
• Manage endpoint devices throughout their lifecycle, including provisioning, deployment, maintenance, refresh and retirement activities
• Configure and maintain Microsoft Intune, Autopilot and associated endpoint management technologies
• Implement and support endpoint compliance policies, configuration standards and security controls in accordance with organisational requirements
• Package, test, deploy and maintain applications across Windows, macOS, mobile and virtual desktop environments
• Support vulnerability remediation activities by identifying, assessing and resolving endpoint security risks
• Administer mobile device management services, including enrolment, configuration and policy management for smartphones and tablets
• Support enterprise print management services, ensuring reliable and secure printing capabilities for users across the organisation
• Maintain and support Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments to ensure availability and performance
• Investigate and resolve endpoint, application and workplace technology incidents and service requests, taking ownership through to resolution
• Develop and maintain automation and scripting solutions to improve operational efficiency and consistency
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures and knowledge articles
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and third-party suppliers to support service delivery and technology improvements
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve device management services, user experience and operational processes
• Keep up to date with emerging endpoint management technologies, security practices and industry best practices

About you

You'll be passionate about technology and delivering a high-quality end-user experience. You'll enjoy problem-solving, continuously learning new technologies and working collaboratively with colleagues across the business.

• Experience working within a large-scale enterprise endpoint management environment
• Experience administering Microsoft Intune and Endpoint Management solutions
• Understanding of endpoint compliance, device security and modern workplace technologies
• Experience packaging, deploying and supporting enterprise applications
• Experience supporting device lifecycle and asset management processes
• Familiarity with IT Service Management processes and platforms such as ServiceNow
• Experience working within security and compliance frameworks such as ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with the ability to resolve complex technical issues
• An automation-focused mindset with experience using scripting and process improvement techniques
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, capable of managing multiple workstreams effectively
• Strong communication skills, able to interact confidently with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• A collaborative approach with a willingness to share knowledge and learn from others
• A proactive attitude with a commitment to continuous service improvement and operational excellence

You'll be able to demonstrate technical skills in most of the following areas (we don’t expect you to know it all!) with an appetite to learn, equally comfortable sharing and helping others develop:

Endpoint Management & Device Provisioning

• Microsoft Intune and Microsoft Endpoint Manager
• Device enrolment, provisioning and policy management
• Windows, macOS and iOS administration

Endpoint Security & Compliance

• Endpoint compliance and configuration management
• Security baselines and device hardening
• Vulnerability management and remediation
• BitLocker, FileVault and device encryption technologies
• Entra ID and Conditional Access integration

Application Management

• Application packaging and deployment
• Patch and update management
• Application testing and release processes

Asset & Service Management

• ServiceNow Asset Management
• Device inventory and reporting
• Service request and change management processes
• Printer deployment and support
• Mobile device configuration and support
• Telecoms and mobile device administration

Scripting

• PowerShell
• Microsoft Graph

About us

We're a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.

At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion is not a one-size-fits-all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings to our firm. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.

We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.

Where local legislation permits, we will conduct relevant pre-engagement screening checks prior to your first day.

At DLA Piper, we aim to make meaningful progress and build an inclusive culture where anyone affected by disability, neurodiversity or a long-term health condition has an equitable and accessible chance of success. If you think you may need adjustments or additional support to enable you to participate in our recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment team and we will be happy to support you.

Agile Working

We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. That’s why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements.

Pre-Engagement Screening

In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability, and references from previous employers.

Our hiring approach

Our hiring approach enables us to learn about the professional and person you are, and gives you the opportunity to learn about us. Your recruitment experience can differ depending on the type of role you are interviewing for. You will always meet your direct Line Manager for your role, as well as peers and close collaborators for the position. For some of our roles we may also use assessment tools, practical exercises, and panel presentations. Your Recruitment Business Partner will inform you of the recruitment process at the start of any recruitment process, but please let us know if you have any questions prior to making an application.

We’re redefining what an international law firm can be. With a unique global network and an unparalleled range of expertise, this is where you’ll work on the cases that shape the world and will define your career.

Staying in touch with like-minded people is important to us. Our Talent Community provides unique access to our firm so you can discover why we are a different kind of law firm.

We pride ourselves on the extraordinary impact we make beyond the borders of traditional law. That’s only possible because of the skills our business professionals bring and the environment we create to let them thrive. See where your skills could take you.