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Infrastructure Engineer

VIQU IT Recruitment
Manchester Contract GBP 104,000 – 130,000
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Infrastructure Engineer | Manchester | Contract

A client is looking for an Infrastructure Engineer who will run the Server, Virtualisation, Storage and Microsoft Infrastructure Estate, while supporting a Major internal transformation project. The successful Systems Engineer will have deep expertise in Windows systems, Active directory, Virtualisation, storage and cloud platforms while maintaining a solid understanding of wider infrastructure and networking technologies.

Key Responsibilities of the Infrastructure Engineer:

  • Own and manage Windows Server, VMware/Hyper-V, SAN, and NAS infrastructure.

  • Design and support Active Directory, Group Policy, Entra ID, and Intune.

  • Manage cloud infrastructure across Azure and/or GCP using Infrastructure as Code.

  • Deliver system hardening, patch management, backup, disaster recovery, and resilience solutions.

  • Support development platforms, including Perforce and build infrastructure.

  • Automate infrastructure management using scripting and Infrastructure as Code.

Key Skills and Experience of the Infrastructure Engineer:
  • Must have expert knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Entra ID, and Intune.

  • Must have strong experience with VMware and/or Hyper-V, SAN, and NAS technologies.

  • Proven experience as a key member of a large digital transformation project.

  • Cloud infrastructure experience in Azure, GCP, and/or AWS.

  • Infrastructure as Code experience using Terraform, Bicep, or similar.

  • Strong PowerShell and/or Python automation skills.

  • Experience with backup, disaster recovery, patch management, and high-availability design.

  • Solid networking fundamentals, including VLANs and routing concepts.

  • Experience in games, VFX, animation, or similar technical environments is desirable.

The successful Infrastructure Engineer candidate will be based in Manchester

Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Matt Farrell via the VIQU IT website.

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