Infrastructure Engineer

We are searching for an experienced Infrastructure Engineer, for a technical role, which is focused on ensuring the smooth running of our clients complex s elf-hosted cloud platform along with its associated technologies.

Please note, this is a fully remote role but you may occassionally be required on site to provide support at locations based in Exeter and Newport. You therefore need to be based within a commutable distance of Exeter and Newport to be considered for the role.

The successful candidate will work as part of a team, managing multiple concurrent tasks with varying technologies.

The role will involve the following: -

• Supporting and managing server and storage infrastructure across a self-hosted estate ensuring all systems are functioning and meeting Service Level Agreements.
• Actively developing and transforming the virtualised compute platform, utilising a range of virtualisation and container technologies.
• Working with Technical Analysts in maintaining Information systems in accordance with agreed priorities and standards.
• Keeping documentation up-to-date and, where required, and assisting in the provision of training and support to users - ensuring housekeeping procedures are adhered too.
• Investigating user requirements for application and infrastructure changes, designing and implementing appropriate solutions.
• Regularly analysing systems to ensure that they are capable for future planned capacity and functionality.
• Supporting IT development processes in the provision of new of improved products and services.
• Ensuring the smooth functioning of the IT infrastructure - liaising with 1st and 2nd line teams, Application Support, Software Developers, Product Managers, Suppliers and other Analysts as required.

About You

You MUST have extensive and proven experience working in a 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer role, providing technical support and implementation services. You will be able to analyse problems and the determine appropriate solutions.

You will also be/have:

• Exposure to Open Source, Containerisation and DevOps methodologies (Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Ansible, Puppet etc.).
• Linux OS maintenance, including, software rollout procedures, backup software setup and management (RedHat Family and/or Ubuntu).
• In-depth experience in technical support encompassing varying hardware and software platforms.
• Ability to understand user requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Varied Windows and Linux Operating Systems administration skills.
• Networking Skills, including, LAN / WAN and Internet, Strong TCP/IP skills.
• Experience of virtualisation technologies (VMware/KVM/QEMU/Xen).

Our client delivers award-winning solutions to its client base - this is a chance to join the business as they make major steps forward in leveraging the latest cloud and large-scale technologies to start bringing together the entire market to a unified platform.

The role comes with an extensive benefits package which includes: -

• Competitive Salary
• Generous Holiday Allowance: 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with the option of adding up to 5 additional unpaid leave days per year
• Annual Lifestyle Allowance (£300)
• Pension Scheme: Matched up to 6% for the first 3 years, and up to 10% thereafter
• Private Health Insurance (Vitality)
• Group Income Protection Scheme
• Charitable Fundraising
• Cycle to Work and Gym Flex Schemes
• Internal Coaching and Mentoring
• Training and Career Progression: A strong focus on your development
• Family-Friendly Policies
• Remote Working

Please note, to be considered for this role you MUST be based in the UK and you MUST have the Right to Work in the UK long-term, without Company Sponsorship.

KEYWORDS

Infrastructure Engineer, Open Source, Containerisation, DevOps, Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Ansible, Puppet, Linux OS, RedHat, Ubuntu, Windows, LAN, WAN, Internet, TCP/IP, Virtualisation, VMware, KVM, QEMU, Xen.

Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position.

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

Bowerford Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.