If you think theres always a better way to build it we agree. Were hiring a Virtualisation Engineer experienced in Proxmox (KVM) to help evolve a modern, resilient hosting platform. Our culture is built on open contribution, flexible working, and solving problems intelligently. We explore beyond the mainstream, test bold ideas, and value engineers who combine solid fundamentals with curiosity and initiative. Not just maintaining infrastructure redefining it. Join a hosting team where open collaboration drives better engineering. As our next Virtualisation Engineer, youll work hands-on with Proxmox (KVM) (and VMware) in an environment that prioritises flexibility, smart thinking, and practical experimentation. We respect proven technologies but were equally comfortable pushing boundaries when better solutions exist. To put it bluntly. If youve been quietly building impressive Proxmox environments and feel they could be pushed further, wed value a conversation. If Proxmox isnt just something youve used but something youve properly engineered and optimised this could be the move that gives you more influence and freedom. Company Description itim Group plc is a leader in unified retail technology, offering innovative solutions that optimise performance and drive profitability for retail businesses. Our comprehensive Unified Retailing platform integrates key aspects of retail operations, including sales, stock optimisation, pricing strategies, and supplier collaboration. With a proven track record of delivering sustainable growth and real-world impact, itim Group plc has achieved measurable success, such as sales growth of up to 30% and significant cost savings. itim combines cutting-edge technology with deep retail expertise to help businesses scale intelligently and achieve their operational goals. Role Description The hosting team for itim are in a new era, breaking free from the shackles of enterprise licensing that comes with enterprise lock-in. Learning new skillsets and pushing the boundaries has always been the norm in the IT hosting team. This time, however, open-source technologies are being heavily tested and ultimately run in a live environment. Technologies like Proxmox, EVPN, and KVM are in full swing and will be a key driver for innovation, scaling, and cost saving over the next several years. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Plymouth for a Virtualisation Engineer. Reporting to the Hosting Manager and working in a team totalling 9 I.T professionals, this role plays a key part in maintaining and evolving itim's custom private cloud and SaaS-based infrastructure. You will support and enhance our core hosting platforms, networks, and infrastructure services, ensuring high availability, performance, and security across the estate. We are actively modernising our environment, Currently we are implementing open-source virtualisation platforms such as Proxmox. This role offers the opportunity to influence technical direction, contribute fresh ideas, and work across a broad and evolving technology stack. This is a hands-on, on-site position suited to someone with a strong generalist background across infrastructure, systems administration, and networking someone comfortable operating across multiple domains rather than confined to a single specialism, Experience with Proxmox and any KVM is strongly desired. A more comprehensive job description is available on application, please send over your C.V. This Role is based in Plymouth Science park, Plymouth, Mon- Fri, 37.5 hours per week, working hours 9am - 17:30.