Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Are you a talented Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer looking to make a meaningful impact in the Social Care sector? Our client, a reputable company based in the North West, is seeking an experienced professional to join their dynamic team. You will take senior responsibility for all cloud infrastructure and networks, maintain and optimise cloud services and infrastructure with a focus on resilience, disaster recovery, and capacity planning. You will also be instrumental in delivering a stable, scalable, and secure cloud infrastructure for large-scale business operations all while supporting the organisation's future growth and cloud strategy. We think this role has a lot to offer. Much of the migration to cloud and stabilisation work has happened, and now they're moving onto modernisation. This role is to help modernise the cloud infrastructure stack and will be a mix of 3rd line operational support, input into ideas, design and strategy, as well as project-based work and security related concepts. There are several big, chunky IT and business projects coming up that you will have opportunity to be involved with. The focus is how to work in a more cloud native way to create better availability at lower costs. Ambitions to become a team leader in the future? Coaching and mentoring more junior members of the team would be welcomed. The culture is great. A team focused on delivery and solutions with no drama! We are looking for expertise in Azure, Office 365, and networking, someone who can offer solutions, identify problems before they happen and are genuinely enthusiastic about technology. The primary responsibility is to deliver a stable, scalable, and secure cloud infrastructure that meets the core needs of large-scale business operations. Additionally, the role will involve implementing cloud-based solutions, ensuring cost optimisation, performance monitoring, and supporting the organisation's cloud strategy for future growth and innovation. Key Responsibilities: Maintain the organisation's Microsoft Azure and Office 365 environments. Lead the architecture of future cloud solutions. Manage multiple concurrent projects, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Ensure a 'Security First' mindset in all cloud initiatives. Oversee infrastructure escalations and maintain servers and network systems both in Azure and on-premises. Research and develop new technologies to enhance infrastructure. Implement technical solutions that align with business requirements. Manage backup and recovery systems on a group-wide basis. Handle technical training for Service Desk Analysts and support resolution of service issues. Document solutions and participate in all Critical Issue calls. Profile: Customer service-driven with a strong understanding of technology's role in business. Proven ability to lead across multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrates creativity and tenacity in problem-solving. Holds MCSE / MCITP / CCNA certification or equivalent experience. Experience managing Azure-based and hybrid infrastructures. Familiarity with Microsoft product suite including Teams and SharePoint Online. A commitment to driving change and innovation in a regulated environment. This is a hybrid role with a South Manchester office. There may be occasional travel to other offices, so a full driving licence is required.

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