Infrastructure Engineer - Chester in Wolverhampton

We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Engineer to join our Infrastructure Team within IT Operations. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, advanced networking skills, experience deploying and managing applications on server‑based resources, in‑depth knowledge of SQL, and a commitment to embedding security best practices into all solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage IT infrastructure components, including physical and virtual servers, networking equipment, and storage systems.
• Administer and optimize cloud platforms (Azure primarily, with exposure to AWS or Google Cloud), including virtual machines, storage, and networking services.
• Design, deploy, and manage Azure infrastructure, including VNets, ASR, resource groups, and subscription governance.
• Configure and maintain Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments.
• Implement and troubleshoot Kerberos authentication within hybrid and cloud environments.
• Administer and support Microsoft 365 tenant, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
• Deploy and manage applications on server‑based resources, ensuring stability, scalability, and security.
• Provide in‑depth SQL support, including installation, configuration, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
• Monitor system performance, capacity, and availability using tools like PRTG or cloud‑native monitoring solutions, resolving issues proactively.
• Collaborate with vendors and third‑party providers to procure hardware, software, or cloud services, ensuring alignment with budget and technical requirements.
• Manage vendor relationships, including coordinating support, negotiating contracts, and overseeing service delivery to meet SLAs.
• Perform system upgrades, patch management, and backups for both on‑premises and cloud environments to maintain security and continuity.
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues, providing root cause analysis and implementing long‑term fixes.
• Maintain and enhance Active Directory, group policies, and identity management across hybrid environments.
• Lead or support infrastructure projects, such as cloud migrations, network expansions, or hardware refreshes, ensuring timely execution.
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans, testing failover processes across on‑premises and cloud systems.
• Document infrastructure configurations, vendor agreements, and processes to ensure operational consistency.
• Ensure compliance with IT security standards, data protection policies, and vendor‑specific requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience in Microsoft Azure administration and engineering.
• Strong knowledge of VNets, ASR, resource groups, subscriptions, and Azure governance best practices.
• Hands‑on experience with Kerberos authentication and identity management.
• Proficiency in Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) deployment and management.
• Solid understanding of networking principles, including SD‑WAN technologies.
• Experience managing Microsoft 365 tenant, including Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
• In‑depth SQL knowledge, including database administration and performance tuning.
• Experience deploying and managing applications on server‑based resources.
• Strong awareness of security best practices and compliance standards.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and documentation abilities.

Car Parts is one of the UK’s leading automotive parts distributors, supplying thousands of independent garages throughout the UK and Ireland with parts, tools, garage equipment, and specialist training. The group has over 205 branches nationwide and a turnover exceeding £475 million.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing