Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

context recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Managed Services Provider is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to design and implement Private Cloud solutions. This role offers up to £70,000 based in Manchester with remote/hybrid options. Candidates must have expertise in VMware and networking, along with strong documentation skills. Eligibility for SC Clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in VMware/vSphere administration.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise storage solutions (HPE 3PAR, HPE Nimble, Dell EMC).
• Strong working knowledge of Cisco Unified Communications Manager (UCM).

Responsibilities

• Design and document High-Level and Low-Level Designs (HLD/LLD) for infrastructure solutions.
• Provide expert Business-as-Usual (BAU) support for critical systems.
• Lead the implementation and optimisation of Private Cloud environments.

Skills

VMware/vSphere administration

Cisco Unified Communications Manager (UCM)

Enterprise storage solutions

Technical documentation

Networking, virtualisation, and storage integration

Job description

Senior Infrastructure Engineer - Private Cloud

Remote / Hybrid based.

Paying up to £70,000, depending on experience.

Join a leading Managed Services Provider recognised for its strategic partnerships and technical excellence. As a Senior Infrastructure Engineer, you'll be part of a team that delivers cutting‑edge Private Cloud solutions for enterprise clients.

The organisation is a strategic VMware partner with Pinnacle status—the highest tier of recognition—and a certified Sovereign Cloud provider, ensuring secure, compliant infrastructure for sensitive workloads.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and document High-Level and Low-Level Designs (HLD/LLD) for infrastructure solutions
• Provide expert Business‑as‑Usual (BAU) support for critical systems
• Lead the implementation and optimisation of Private Cloud environments
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure infrastructure aligns with business needs
• Contribute to the development of best practices and technical standards

Required Experience

• Proven expertise in VMware/vSphere administration and architecture
• Strong working knowledge of Cisco Unified Communications Manager (UCM)
• Hands‑on experience with enterprise storage solutions such as HPE 3PAR, HPE Nimble, and/or Dell EMC
• Demonstrated ability to produce clear and comprehensive technical documentation
• Solid understanding of networking, virtualisation, and storage integration in Private Cloud environments

Remote / Hybrid based (Offices based in Manchester)

Paying up to £70,000.

Must be eligible for SC Clearance.