Lead IT Infrastructure Engineer Contract - Outside IR35

DataBuzz Limited; Exeter; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT recruitment agency is seeking a Lead IT Infrastructure Engineer in Exeter. This role involves managing both on-premises VMware and cloud server environments while ensuring high availability of IT services. Candidates should have proven experience with Windows Server, VMware, and excellent troubleshooting skills. This position offers competitive hourly rates and is an immediate requirement.

Benefits

Opportunity for career development

Competitive contract terms

Exposure to modern cloud environments

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing on-premises and cloud server infrastructure.
• Hands-on experience in network deployments and integration.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the maintenance, monitoring, and optimisation of IT infrastructure.
• Manage and support Windows Server operating systems and VMware.
• Collaborate with IT colleagues to resolve issues efficiently.

Skills

Managing on-premises and cloud server infrastructure

Deploying and managing virtualised server environments

Troubleshooting and problem-solving

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Capacity planning

Tools

VMware

Windows Server

Infrastructure monitoring tools

Job description

Be among the first 25 applicants

Applicants must be eligible to work in the specified location

Hourly Rate: £23/Hour (Outside IR35)

Location: Exeter

Contract: 6-month rolling

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.