Infrastructure Engineer jobs in United Kingdom

We're not your typical MSP. As a second-generation Managed Service Provider (MSP) born from the expertise of industry veterans, we're crafting a new narrative in the UK tech scene.

Our team, akin to the Navy SEALs of the tech world, consists of elite operators who've excelled in larger MSP environments but yearned for something more. At Synextra, we've spent 10+ transformative years building a company that's small by design but colossal in impact, guided by a technical leader whose vision is always client-first.

We are currently looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to join our dynamic technical team. You can expect to work with the latest technology and leading brands in a team where everyone has a passion for technology. This will be a hands-on, fast-paced role where there will be endless opportunities to develop new skills and get involved in projects across the business.

• A highly ambitious, energetic and hands-on Azure cloud-native engineer, who works as well in a team as you can alone.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, loosely structured start-up environment where extra effort and a high quality of work won’t go unrecognised.
• Eager to work fast, iterate quickly and with a drive for excellence in everything they do.
• Excited to be able to constantly work with and learn new technologies.

• Expert with Azure IaaS services including but not limited to; Virtual Machines, Azure Networking (VNETs, VWAN, Azure Firewall), relevant backup and DR services (Azure Backup, Azure Site Recovery, Veeam).
• Experienced with Azure PaaS services such as App Services, Azure Front Door, Azure Data Factory, Azure SQL and more.
• Exposure to IAC (Terraform, Bicep) would be advantageous.
• Expert understanding of Active Directory& Windows Server.
• Strong understanding of core cybersecurity principles including least privilege access, zero-trust networking and defence in depth.
• Solid understanding of virtual desktop infrastructure and direct experience working with Azure Virtual Desktop and FSLogix

• At least 90% of BAU will operate across the full Azure suite (see essential skills for key areas of interest).
• The remaining BAU will cover a multitude of enterprise-level MSP and ISP technologies (Such as Windows Server, Active Directory, M365 etc.)
• No two days will be the same; different technologies, challenges and opportunities will always be present.
• Occasional project-based work.
• Help lead the 5* support provided by the Cloud Infrastructure team as one of a few key senior team members.
• Mentor the junior team members to continue their technical development and provide feedback to help shape their growth and progression.
• Out of hours work is involved (on-call, overtime).
• Working from our modern office workplace on-site in Warrington, 8.5h/day, Mon-Fri

• A rare chance to help an Expertise-driven MSP continue to grow and provide excellence under the technical vision of the founding team.
• Exposure to an extreme amount of core and cutting-edge cloud native technologies across dozens of SMEs.
• Mentorship for your own development from the Lead Engineers with the Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Platform and Cloud Consultancy teams.
• Collaboration with an ambitious team of industry experts who are always trying to push the company, and each other to deliver the best solutions possible.
• Great office location, free parking, plenty of on-campus amenities.
• Stylish breakout spaces, pool table, games console, premium coffee, fruit, snacks and soft drinks.
• Comprehensive benefits including private healthcare, dental cover, and more.
• A Garmin smartwatch to prioritise health and fitness.
• Perkbox employee benefits platform
• A culture that celebrates success, encourages innovation, and supports your professional and personal growth

If this sounds like the challenge you’ve been waiting for, we're excited to hear from you. Reach out to us, and schedule your chat with our team.