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Applications Engineer (12 month FTC), Cambridge
Client: Marshall Group
Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
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Posted:
14.07.2025
Expiry Date:
28.08.2025
Job Description:
Our opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Marshall IT Application Team as an Applications Engineer (12 month FTC) and be at the forefront of Information Technology within a defence-focused business.
What will you be doing?
The successful applicant will join an experienced team, reporting to the IT Infrastructure Manager.
Activities will include:
* Application configuration, deployment, and packaging within a Windows managed Environment, including:
o Engineering Applications;
o Microsoft Office (and family of products);
o Other software and applications linked to business functionality;
o Microsoft Operating system deployment technologies;
o Managing Citrix environments;
* Application activities relating to:
o Compliance: Ensuring applications are kept up to date and security vulnerabilities are patched in a timely fashion;
o Delivering functionality improvements;
o Operating system configuration.
* Introducing new services, applications, and software into the environment using a controlled, project-based methodology, including:
o New services relating to applications and services;
o New Applications and software;
o New Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions.
What previous experiences and skills are needed?
* Methodological approach to introducing new software, applications, and services, with project management experience and qualifications being beneficial;
* Thorough administrator-level understanding of Windows 10 and Server 2016, including:
o Experience with Windows registry and file system;
o Experience with Microsoft Group Policies and Active Directory scripting using PowerShell;
o Windows 10 support and patch management using WSUS, LANDesk, or equivalent tools.
* Experience working in a Citrix 7.x environment;
* Knowledge and practical experience of application packaging, customization, deployment methodologies, and toolsets, including application virtualization (App-V) on Windows 10;
* Experience supporting engineering tools applications (Autodesk, Catia) is advantageous;
* Experience with server management and knowledge of VMWare is advantageous;
* Experience with Microsoft Office 2016, 2019, and above deployment and customization;
* Experience contributing to deployment service development, including technical methodologies, policies, and procedures;
* Experience with systems management tools like iVanti or SCCM;
* Knowledge of ITSM/ITIL V3 framework;
* Good diagnostic, troubleshooting, and resolution skills for complex technical issues;
* Strong report writing and communication skills;
* Ability to meet deadlines and follow schedules;
* Innovative mindset and persuasive communication for change management;
* Persistence and willingness to tackle unknown challenges.
The benefits include:
* 27 days holiday, increasing to 30 days with service (option to buy/sell);
* Hybrid working: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote;
* Pension contributions up to 9%;
* Life assurance at 4x salary;
* Enhanced parental leave and pay;
* Access to wellbeing resources and tools.
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