Infrastructure Engineer

Infrastructure Engineer – Long-term Contract – Inside IR35

Location: Remote with occasional travel to client site (UK-based)

Contract Length: 12 months minimum

Engagement Type: Inside IR35

Start Date: ASAP

Clearance: Must be eligible to work in the UK

Are you ready to join a high-profile digital transformation program supporting one of the world’s most respected enterprise software providers? Our client, a global IT services leader, is looking for an Infrastructure Engineer to play a key role in a dynamic team delivering scalable, secure infrastructure for mission-critical environments.

About the Role This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a long-term contract supporting complex, cloud-native infrastructure with a focus on automation, scalability, and high availability. The end customer is a global leader in enterprise software solutions, and this role supports internal teams building and maintaining infrastructure to power next-gen solutions. You’ll be joining a diverse, highly-skilled engineering team focused on building and managing large-scale infrastructure using modern IaC practices. The environment is collaborative, innovative, and fast-moving.

Key Responsibilities
  • Build, enhance, and maintain infrastructure automation using Terraform and Ansible
  • Design and support secure, scalable cloud-native environments (OpenStack, RHEL/SUSE Linux)
  • Contribute to the development and deployment of CI/CD pipelines
  • Troubleshoot complex issues, particularly around authentication and system integration
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and architecture teams
  • Provide documentation and mentorship to junior engineers
  • Work under challenging timelines with a proactive and quality-focused mindset
Essential Skills & Experience
  • 6+ years of hands-on infrastructure engineering experience
  • Proven ability to manage ambiguity and adapt in fast-paced environments
  • Deep knowledge of Linux systems (RHEL/SUSE), OpenStack, and GitLab
  • Strong hands-on experience with Terraform and Ansible
  • Experience with scripting in Bash or Python
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools and DevOps practices
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and lead/mentor within a global team
  • Fluent in English; German is a plus
Nice to Have
  • Knowledge of enterprise software environments, especially SAP
  • Experience working in cross-cultural teams
  • Familiarity with secure landscape design and implementation
Company
Xcede
Location
London, UK
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Company
Xcede
Location
London, UK
Posted