Shape the backbone of our tech. Lead with purpose. At IRIS, our technology powers schools, businesses, and organisations that keep the UK running — and we’re growing fast. That’s why we’re on the lookout for a Lead IT Infrastructure Design Engineer who’s ready to design, deliver, and future-proof infrastructure solutions that support our bold ambitions.
It’s your chance to set the standards, drive delivery, and bring smart, scalable ideas to life. You’ll work at the heart of our Enterprise Services team, shaping the technology that underpins everything we do.
Lead the design and rollout of infrastructure solutions across compute, identity, messaging, storage, cloud and beyond
Mentor team members and help level up our technical capability
Proven ability to lead and deliver large-scale infrastructure projects
Hands-on knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, Azure (IaaS & PaaS), and Entra ID
Familiarity with Hyper-V, Veeam, PowerShell, and Microsoft Exchange (on-prem & online)
A solid grasp of networking and security principles
Experience shaping technical standards and driving service improvements
A collaborative mindset with the confidence to lead conversations and influence decisions
Bonus points if you’ve got certifications (Microsoft, Azure, VMware, etc.)
The opportunity to lead on key infrastructure initiatives that support business growth
✅ A great range of employee benefits and opportunities for career development.
We know applying for a new role can feel daunting—so we’ve kept our process simple, supportive, and designed to help you shine. 1️⃣ Apply online
2️⃣ Initial Interview (plus Online Assessments)
A friendly chat with our Talent team and two short assessments (CCAT + EPP).
Ready to lead and design the infrastructure that powers real change?