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We’re looking for an experienced engineer who has a broad understanding of VMware, and a deep understanding of at least one major supporting operating system. You will collaborate closely with the wider engineering & development teams, architects and colleagues in Research to deliver exciting digital programmes in the education sector. The University has a clearly defined IT digital roadmap and as an experienced Senior engineer, you'll work in the Virtualisation Engineering team alongside developers, architects, UX designers, analysts and product owners to deliver automation and VMWARE with opportunities to deliver an OpenStack infrastructure. You’ll work especially closely with our colleagues in Research, helping to define and develop self-service infrastructure, supporting implementations and accelerating the pace of moving from ideation to active research. We encourage continuous learning, so as well as the opportunity to work with some of the brightest and best in the industry, and evaluate the latest technologies, we’ll encourage online training for obtaining certifications. Even if you don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply as we can develop you into the role using a training plan and career path.
Job Responsibility:
Delivering automation and VMWARE with opportunities to deliver an OpenStack infrastructure
Work with colleagues in Research to help define and develop self-service infrastructure, supporting implementations and accelerating the pace of moving from ideation to active research
Requirements:
Strong experience supporting VMware, OpenStack and hybrid infrastructure environments
Administration and support of Linux and Windows Server operating systems
Scripting skills using technologies such as PowerShell, Python or Bash
Experience with infrastructure automation and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, OpenTofu and Ansible
Knowledge of enterprise virtualisation, storage and networking technologies
Experience with code repository management tools
Understanding of platform security and compliance frameworks
Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and technical documentation skills
Nice to have:
Experience with monitoring and logging platforms such as Zabbix & Grafana or similar
Experience integrating infrastructure platforms with ServiceNow or similar ITSM tooling
Familiarity with Atlassian products such as Jira and Confluence
Strong collaborative working and stakeholder management skills
What we offer:
Generous annual leave allowance, including Christmas/New Year closure
Pension scheme membership to provide benefits for you and your family
Well-being programme with counselling, fitness and leading sports facilities
Learning and development opportunities
Season ticket loans for public transport
Cycle to Work Scheme
Workplace nursery scheme
Staff recognition schemes
Staff discounts on a range of products and services including travel and high street savings