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Lead IT Infrastructure Engineer(Contract)
* Hourly Rate: £23/hour (Outside IR35)
* Location: London
* Contract: 6-month rolling
About the Role:
DataBuzz is recruiting a
Lead IT Infrastructure Engineer
to join a prestigious organisation. This role is responsible for leading the maintenance and operation of the organisation's IT infrastructure, ensuring high availability across all business locations. You will manage both on-premises VMware and cloud server environments, while working closely with IT colleagues to support, diagnose, and maintain all elements within the infrastructure.
This is an immediate requirement with a streamlined interview process - an initial 20-30 minute CV and experience discussion, followed by a 1-hour technical interview.
What You'll Do:
* Lead the maintenance, monitoring, and optimisation of on-premises and cloud server infrastructure.
* Manage and support Windows Server operating systems, VMware environments, and network virtualisation.
* Provide infrastructure capacity planning and ensure proactive monitoring.
* Collaborate with IT colleagues to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently.
* Contribute to IT projects requiring technical expertise and innovative solutions.
* Ensure documentation and communication of technical procedures to senior colleagues.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience:
* Proven experience managing
on-premises and cloud server infrastructure
(Windows Server, VMware).
* Strong expertise in deploying and managing
virtualised server environments
.
* Hands-on experience in
network deployments, integration, and virtualisation
.
* Knowledge of capacity planning and use of
infrastructure monitoring tools
.
* Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including documentation for senior stakeholders.
* Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
* Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with emerging technologies.
* Full and valid driving licence, with willingness to travel to alternative sites regularly.
What You'll Gain
* Opportunity to lead and optimise IT infrastructure across multiple business locations.
* Exposure to both on-premises VMware and modern cloud environments.
* Be part of a transition project ensuring business continuity and knowledge transfer.
* Competitive contract terms with scope until March 2026.