Server & Storage Engineer

Job Title: Server & Storage Engineer Location: Remote-first (occasional on-site visits required, UK-based only) Contract Type: Contract Inside IR35 Duration: 3 month initial Overview: We are seeking an experienced Server & Storage Engineer to deliver implementation, configuration, and upgrade services across enterprise server and storage platforms. The role will focus on supporting large-scale infrastructure initiatives, ensuring resilient and high-performing environments built on Dell technologies, VMware, and Nutanix. This is a remote-first position with occasional site attendance, and requires candidates to be UK-based. Key Responsibilities:Implement, configure, and upgrade Dell enterprise server and storage solutions, including PowerScale, PowerStore, VxRail, and Isilon.Deploy, configure, and optimize VMware vSphere environments (VCP certification desirable).Support Nutanix hyperconverged solutions, including AHV configuration and lifecycle management.Deliver technical input into infrastructure projects, ensuring solutions are aligned with business and architectural requirements.Conduct performance analysis, troubleshooting, and remediation for server and storage platforms.Collaborate with architects, project managers, and other engineers on solution design and delivery.Produce high-quality documentation for designs, implementations, and operational procedures.Provide occasional out-of-hours support during upgrades and migrations where required.Required Skills & Experience:Strong expertise with Dell server/storage platforms (PowerScale, PowerStore, VxRail, Isilon).Proven experience with VMware vSphere environments (ideally VCP-certified).Hands-on knowledge of Nutanix hyperconverged infrastructure (AHV and related toolsets).Solid background in implementation, configuration, upgrades, and lifecycle management (not rack/stack).Strong troubleshooting and performance optimization skills.Ability to engage confidently with technical teams, stakeholders, and third-party vendors.Must be UK-based and able to travel occasionally for on-site work.Desirable:Exposure to automation/scripting for infrastructure management.Experience in delivering enterprise-scale migrations and upgrades.Knowledge of hybrid cloud or cloud-integrated storage solutions.