Senior Infrastructure Engineer

DWP Digital; United States; Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension with employer contributions

Generous holidays

Flexible hours

Professional development

Diversity & Inclusion awards

Job summary

DWP Digital is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to lead Microsoft messaging across Exchange Online, Hybrid and on-premises environments. You will influence design, drive automation via PowerShell and APIs, and mentor teams to deliver secure, high‑performing solutions.

Based in a UK digital hub with hybrid working, you will join a purpose-driven organisation renowned for its inclusive culture and strong focus on work‑life balance and professional development.

Qualifications

• Significant experience with enterprise messaging systems focusing on Exchange and 365.
• Microsoft Exchange Online or Microsoft 365 Expert certifications with hands-on hybrid/on-prem experience.
• Ability to manage mail flow, transport rules, connectors, security configs; PowerShell automation.
• Strong knowledge of AD/Azure AD and Microsoft Graph/EWS/REST integrations.
• Proven leadership in complex technical initiatives with stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Own Microsoft messaging platforms, ensuring secure, scalable operations.
• Lead design and support for Exchange Online, Hybrid and on-premises environments.
• Drive automation via PowerShell and APIs; mentor peers and promote best practices.
• Collaborate with technical and business teams to translate tech into outcomes.

Skills

Exchange & 365

PowerShell

AD / Azure AD

API Integrations

Cross-functional leadership

Microsoft 365 services

Job description

Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Lancashire, Lancashire, GB, PR3 5JJ

Work From Home: Yes

Application Deadline: 2027-01-01T15:01:42.03

Job Summary

Senior Infrastructure Engineer Pay up to £73,205 plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We are looking for outstanding Senior Infrastructure Engineers who are skilled in Microsoft Exchange and Microsoft 365 to join our community of tech experts in DWP Digital. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £280bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

• Significant experience in enterprise messaging systems, with a strong focus on Microsoft Exchange and Microsoft 365.
• Microsoft Certified: Exchange Online or Microsoft 365 Expert certifications with significant experience in managing a Microsoft Exchange environment (On-Premises, Online and Hybrid configurations).
• Proven ability to manage mail flow, transport rules, connectors, and security configurations as well as PowerShell scripting and automation.
• Strong understanding of Active Directory, Azure AD, and API integrations (Microsoft Graph, EWS, REST).
• Demonstrated ability to lead in complex technical initiatives and cross-functional teams with strong stakeholder engagement and ability to translate technical concepts into business outcomes with excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
• Experience of other Microsoft 365 services (Purview, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive).

Your Role and Responsibilities

We're looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to take ownership of critical Microsoft messaging platforms that keep services running smoothly and securely at scale. You'll lead the design and support of Exchange Online, Hybrid and on-premises environments, drive automation through PowerShell and APIs, and help shape the future of Microsoft 365 messaging and compliance services. This is a role for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, influencing strategy, and working closely with technical and business teams to deliver secure, resilient, and high-performing solutions. Alongside hands‑on engineering, you'll mentor others, champion best practice, and play a key role in modernising enterprise messaging capabilities.

Details and Benefits

• Location: Join us in one of our digital hubs in Blackpool, Leeds or Manchester, whichever is more convenient for you.
• Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model — you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub.
• Pay: Up to £73,205
• Pension: Civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, exceeding £16,000 per year.
• Holidays: Generous leave starting at 26 days, rising to 31 days over time, plus up to 3 extra days off a month on flexitime and public holidays.
• Benefits: Flexible working hours, time off volunteering, charitable giving, inclusive culture with initiatives like 'I Can Be Me in DWP', discounts, interest‑free loans, professional development, coaching, mentoring, and career progression.
• Recognition: Award‑winning environment, including being recognized as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year, and other awards for inclusivity and workplace excellence.