Senior Azure Infrastructure Engineer

Connexa; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Azure Infrastructure Engineer to join their dynamic IT team. This role presents a unique opportunity to lead cloud migration and digital transformation projects while ensuring secure and highly available cloud operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong hands-on experience with Azure and Cisco Meraki, alongside a solid understanding of Windows Server and Active Directory management. You will be instrumental in designing, building, and optimizing cloud infrastructure, contributing to high-impact projects that shape the future of the organization. If you're passionate about technology and eager to drive innovative cloud solutions, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Opportunity to mentor and lead projects

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Azure and Cisco Meraki.
• Proven track record in Azure Administration and migrations.
• Experience with backup, disaster recovery solutions, and cloud security.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations and improvement of secure cloud and IT systems.
• Plan and manage cloud migrations in Microsoft Azure.
• Provide 3rd Line technical support and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Azure Administration

Cisco Meraki

Windows Server

Active Directory Management

Cloud Security Best Practices

ITIL Service Management

FinOps Practices

Backup and Disaster Recovery

PowerPlatform Technologies

DevOps

Education

Microsoft Azure Certification

Tools

Cisco Meraki

Office 365

SQL

Job description

Our client is looking for a Senior Azure Infrastructure Engineer to join their expanding IT team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in ensuring secure, highly available cloud infrastructure operations while supporting major cloud migration and digital transformation projects. he ideal candidate will have a project-focused mindset, with a strong desire to scope out and deliver new infrastructure projects, while ensuring secure, highly available cloud operations and supporting major digital transformation initiatives.

Senior Azure Infrastructure Engineer
Location: Northampton

Working structure: Hybrid (2 days remote)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

The Role:
Oversee the operations and continuous improvement of secure cloud and IT systems, platforms, servers, and networks.
Plan, configure, and manage cloud migrations in Microsoft Azure with a strong focus on security, efficiency, and cost optimization (FinOps).
Provide 3rd Line technical support and act as an escalation point for the wider IT support team.
Lead on projects including MS Exchange, Active Directory, and SharePoint migrations to Azure.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, offering technical guidance for ongoing development and transformation projects.
Ensure robust data backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies are maintained.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, Build, Configure, and administer Azure Cloud

Build, Configure, Deploy, and Administer Cisco Meraki
Install, maintain, and upgrade IT infrastructure across cloud environments.
Monitor and optimize Azure systems, ensuring cost-effective cloud management.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical incidents and problems.
Deploy new technologies and support cloud-based telephony and virtual networking projects.
Create and maintain detailed IT systems documentation.
Mentor junior team members and ensure a culture of knowledge-sharing within the team.

Essential Skills and Experience:

Strong hands on experience with both Azure and Cisco Meraki
Strong experience with Windows Server, Exchange Server (Hybrid setups), and Active Directory management (Hybrid).
Proven track record in Azure Administration, migrations, and integration services (APIM, Service Bus).
Working knowledge of Office 365, Cisco Networking, and security best practices for cloud and network infrastructure.
Familiarity with ITIL service management standards and FinOps practices for cloud cost control.
Experience with backup, disaster recovery solutions, and cloud security frameworks.
Exposure to PowerPlatform technologies (PowerApps, PowerAutomate), DevOps, SQL, and SharePoint.

Microsoft Azure Certified (Desirable)

What's on Offer:
Work on high-impact infrastructure and cloud transformation projects.
Opportunity to lead, mentor, and shape the technical direction of the cloud environment.
Hybrid working model, providing flexibility and autonomy.
Competitive salary and benefits package.

Take the next step in your IT career - apply now and help drive innovative, secure cloud solutions for our client.

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