Senior IT Engineer

Proactive.IT Appointments Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior IT Engineer to work onsite in London. You will play a key role in the design, deployment, and maintenance of Azure-based cloud infrastructure, support cloud migration initiatives, and provide operational support across the IT estate. Key responsibilities include monitoring cloud performance, ensuring compliance, and implementing infrastructure changes. Strong experience with Azure and a background in complex IT environments are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of strong hands-on experience with Azure infrastructure and services.
• Experience supporting complex IT environments within regulated settings.
• Solid understanding of security, compliance, and infrastructure governance.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and support cloud infrastructure using Microsoft Azure.
• Collaborate on cloud migration strategies and new IT platform designs.
• Deliver 2nd/3rd line operational support and coordinate with third-party providers.
• Monitor, optimise, and manage cloud performance, availability, and costs.
• Support disaster recovery planning, testing, and cyber security controls.

Skills

Azure infrastructure and services

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

11423MS
£400 – 450 per day + INSIDE IR35

Senior IT Engineer

Onsite in London

Our client is looking for an experienced IT Engineer play a key role in the design, delivery, and ongoing operation of our cloud and infrastructure platforms. This role will support our clients technology strategy by ensuring secure, resilient, and cost-effective IT services aligned to business and regulatory requirements.

You will be responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining Azure based Cloud Infrastructure, supporting cloud migration initiatives, and providing 2nd/3rd line operational support across the IT estate. Working closely with IT Operations, Applications, Change, and Delivery teams, you will help maintain and enhance a robust pipeline of operational improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and support cloud infrastructure using Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS)
• Collaborate on cloud migration strategies and the design of new IT platforms
• Deliver 2nd/3rd line operational support, including coordination with third-party providers
• Monitor, optimise, and manage cloud performance, availability, and costs
• Provide technical input and implementation support for infrastructure changes, including participation in CAB
• Support disaster recovery planning, testing, and cyber security controls in line with regulatory requirements
• Maintain infrastructure documentation, standards, and operational procedures

Skills & Experience

• Strong hands-on experience with Azure infrastructure and services
• Proven experience supporting complex IT environments within regulated or enterprise settings
• Solid understanding of security, compliance, and infrastructure governance
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

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