At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and optimise enterprise IT infrastructure across various domains.
- Company: Join a leading tech firm focused on innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, health perks, remote work options, and growth opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with excellent career advancement potential.
- Why this job: Shape the future of IT infrastructure and make a significant impact.
- Qualifications: 10-15 years in infrastructure architecture with strong problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Role Overview: The Infrastructure Architect will be responsible for designing, optimizing, and managing enterprise IT infrastructure across Compute (AIX/Linux, Windows/VMware), Storage, and Network domains, with strong focus on capacity planning, performance engineering, and operational resilience.
Infrastructure Architecture & Design
- Define and maintain end-to-end infrastructure architecture across:
- Compute (IBM AIX, Linux, Windows)
- Virtualization (VMware ESXi, vCenter)
- Storage (SAN/NAS, backup platforms)
- Network (LAN/WAN, DC networking)
- Provide architectural solutions for scalable, resilient, and secure infrastructure platforms
- Ensure alignment with enterprise standards, CMDB, and configuration management practices
Capacity Planning & Management
- Perform capacity forecasting for compute, storage, and network resources
- Analyze trends for CPU, memory, storage, IO, and network utilization
- Recommend and implement capacity optimization strategies
- Collaborate with application, database, and infrastructure teams for growth planning
Performance Engineering & Optimization
- Lead performance analysis and tuning across AIX/Linux/Windows and VMware environments
- Identify bottlenecks across CPU, memory, disk IO, and network throughput
- Optimize workloads using monitoring and alerting tools
- Drive proactive performance improvement initiatives
Compute Platform Leadership (AIX / Windows / VMware)
- Oversee AIX (POWER, LPAR, PowerVC), Windows Server & Active Directory, and VMware infrastructure lifecycle (ESXi, vCenter, clusters)
- Support activities including OS monitoring, patching, lifecycle management, VM provisioning, decommissioning, and performance tuning
Storage & Backup Architecture
- Design and manage SAN/NAS storage environments
- Optimize storage performance (IOPS, throughput, latency)
- Lead backup/recovery strategy and disaster recovery alignment
- Work with enterprise backup tools such as Spectrum Protect
Network Architecture & Integration
- Define and review data center networking, routing/switching, and connectivity between compute, storage, and application layers
- Work closely with network architects for performance troubleshooting
- Ensure network supports infrastructure scalability and high-availability needs
Monitoring, Automation & Reliability
- Implement and enhance monitoring solutions for infra health, alerts, and performance
- Drive automation for provisioning, capacity reporting, and performance tuning
- Improve observability across the infrastructure stack
Incident, Problem & Change Management
- Lead resolution of complex L2/L3 infrastructure issues
- Drive root cause analysis for recurring performance issues
- Work within ITIL processes (Incident, Problem, Change)
Disaster Recovery & High Availability
- Design DR/HA solutions for critical infrastructure
- Ensure infrastructure readiness for failover scenarios
- Periodically validate DR drills
Core Technical Skills
- Compute: IBM AIX (LPAR, Power systems, PowerVC), Linux (RHEL), Windows Server & AD
- Virtualization: VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, HA, DRS
- Storage & Backup: SAN/NAS, replication, backup solutions
- Networking: LAN/WAN, routing/switching, DC networking
- Monitoring & Tools: Infrastructure monitoring, alerting tools, performance tools
Functional Expertise
- Capacity planning & trending
- Performance analysis & tuning
- Infrastructure optimization
- ITIL process awareness (Incident, Change, Problem)
Experience
- 10‑15+ years of experience in infrastructure architecture/engineering
- Proven experience in large enterprise environments (multi‑DC, hybrid infra)
Soft Skills
- Strong stakeholder management (cross teams: storage, network, apps)
- Excellent problem‑solving & analytical skills
- Ability to lead design discussions and technical governance
Technology Architect employer: Infosys Limited
As a leading employer in the technology sector, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to professional development is evident through extensive training programmes and growth opportunities tailored for each individual, ensuring that you can advance your career while working on cutting-edge infrastructure projects. Located in a vibrant tech hub, we offer competitive benefits and a supportive environment that values work-life balance, making us an ideal choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
