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Lead Infrastructure Engineer

IT Talent Solutions Ltd
Posted 21 days ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK10 9QA

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Lead Infrastructure Engineer position is with a leading client in their industry, known for innovative technology solutions.
  • This role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in IT infrastructure, including at least 2 years in a leadership capacity.
  • Key responsibilities include managing and optimizing cloud infrastructure, driving best practices for automation, and providing mentorship to junior engineers.
  • The position offers a competitive salary of £80,000 per year, reflecting the importance of the role in driving business success.
  • Candidates must possess excellent communication skills and be eligible to work in the UK, with a strong focus on quality in a fast-paced environment.

Lead Infrastructure EngineerMy client is a leader in their industry and a household name. Their IT Department are at the forefront of technology, and we're committed to creating innovative solutions that drive growth and success.

As they expand their operations through growth, they are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Lead Infrastructure Engineer to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in the design, implementation, and maintenance of scalable, secure, and high-performing infrastructure systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of cutting-edge infrastructure solutions.
  • Manage, optimize, and scale our cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.) and on-prem systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure infrastructure aligns with business goals and requirements.
  • Drive best practices for automation, continuous integration, and continuous delivery (CI/CD).
  • Oversee system monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance tuning for optimal uptime.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior infrastructure engineers.
  • Stay current with the latest infrastructure trends and technologies, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
  • Ensure infrastructure is secure, compliant with regulations, and resilient to faults.
  • Work closely with development teams to integrate infrastructure with applications seamlessly.

Required Skills & Experience:

  • 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, with at least 2+ years in a leadership role.
  • Strong experience with the core MS suite and peripheral technologies
  • Expertise in managing large-scale infrastructure deployments and troubleshooting complex issues.
  • Familiarity with networking, security protocols, and disaster recovery practices.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining a focus on quality.

You must be eligible to work in the UK and possess excellent communications / stakeholder skills couple with a logical and methodical approach to technology.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.