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Infrastructure Engineer

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London, United kingdom

Freelance

14-04-2025

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Job Specifications

Infrastructure Engineer – Long-term Contract – Inside IR35
Location: Remote with occasional travel to client site (UK-based)
Contract Length: 12 months minimum
Engagement Type: Inside IR35
Start Date: ASAP
Clearance: Must be eligible to work in the UK

Are you ready to join a high-profile digital transformation program supporting one of the world’s most respected enterprise software providers? Our client, a global IT services leader, is looking for an Infrastructure Engineer to play a key role in a dynamic team delivering scalable, secure infrastructure for mission-critical environments.

About the Role This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a long-term contract supporting complex, cloud-native infrastructure with a focus on automation, scalability, and high availability. The end customer is a global leader in enterprise software solutions, and this role supports internal teams building and maintaining infrastructure to power next-gen solutions. You’ll be joining a diverse, highly-skilled engineering team focused on building and managing large-scale infrastructure using modern IaC practices. The environment is collaborative, innovative, and fast-moving.

Key Responsibilities
Build, enhance, and maintain infrastructure automation using Terraform and Ansible
Design and support secure, scalable cloud-native environments (OpenStack, RHEL/SUSE Linux)
Contribute to the development and deployment of CI/CD pipelines
Troubleshoot complex issues, particularly around authentication and system integration
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and architecture teams
Provide documentation and mentorship to junior engineers
Work under challenging timelines with a proactive and quality-focused mindset
Essential Skills & Experience
6+ years of hands-on infrastructure engineering experience
Proven ability to manage ambiguity and adapt in fast-paced environments
Deep knowledge of Linux systems (RHEL/SUSE), OpenStack, and GitLab
Strong hands-on experience with Terraform and Ansible
Experience with scripting in Bash or Python
Familiarity with CI/CD tools and DevOps practices
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and lead/mentor within a global team
Fluent in English; German is a plus
Nice to Have
Knowledge of enterprise software environments, especially SAP
Experience working in cross-cultural teams
Familiarity with secure landscape design and implementation

About the Company

Global Technology Recruitment Specialists. We source and select top talent across all technology sectors globally. Founded in 2003, our vertical specialists provide global transformational talent in data, AI & machine learning, product, software, cloud and cyber. As part of the Xcede Group, we work with businesses, from pioneering start-ups to global brands, to find project-based or permanent talent that enables innovation in line with their vision and goals. Know more