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Systems Engineer II Infrastructure
Job ref: 29690 Category: Support Centre Roles
1. Salary Competitive
2. Location 6 Irthlingborough Rd Wellingborough
3. Contract Type Permanent
4. Hours 38
5. Closing Date 31 March, 2026
6. Business Unit Booker Group
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6 Irthlingborough Rd Wellingborough NN8 1LT
About the role
In this role, you’ll be part of our Technology Infrastructure team, helping to run and improve some of Booker’s most important IT systems — including servers, storage, security, data platforms and network connectivity.
You’ll work closely with internal teams and third‑party partners to manage day‑to‑day operations while also shaping long‑term plans. From performance optimisation to incident response, from disaster recovery testing to future capacity planning, your work will help keep our business running safely and efficiently.
Reporting to one of our Systems Engineering Managers, you’ll play a key part in delivering a secure, stable and resilient platform that supports colleagues across the business.
Main Responsibilities
8. Look after core systems such as servers, storage, databases and network connectivity
9. Guide and coordinate the work of our mainly external engineering resources
10. Keep our infrastructure performing at its best — secure, reliable, and up to date
11. Ensure our systems meet budget, governance and business requirements
12. Plan and deliver infrastructure projects, including upgrades and new solutions
13. Manage incidents and changes, helping minimise disruption for colleagues
14. Maintain clear service‑level reporting and support Disaster and Total Loss Recovery testing
15. Work closely with application and business stakeholders to identify improvements
16. Build strong relationships to ensure technology continues to support business growth
You will need
17. Has proven experience working with infrastructure technologies ( Windows Server, Active Directory, VMware or other virtualisation platforms, networking fundamentals, Zscaler Internet/Private Access)
18. Is highly organised with strong governance, project management and budgeting skills
19. Communicates clearly and builds positive, productive relationships
20. Is committed to stability, service quality and security
21. Stays calm under pressure and resolves problems effectively
22. Can balance strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery
23. Understands how to prioritise, manage dependencies and measure outcomes
24. Has a strong drive to deliver meaningful results with a bias for action
If you’re excited by making things better, love working collaboratively, and enjoy turning plans into real, measurable improvements, we’d love to hear from you.
What's in it for you
At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits:
25. A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
26. After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
27. 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.
28. Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
29. Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.
30. 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
31. Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
32. An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.
33. After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.
34. Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.
35. Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay
36. Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
37. A great holiday package