Job Description Fixed Term Contract for 12 months
Our world-leading Time & Frequency department are seeking a Senior Platform Engineer with experience in VMware technologies, VDI platforms, automation, systems administration, and infrastructure resilience.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join the global authority in precision timing at a defining moment for UK digital infrastructure. \This will underpin essential services, including
Telecommunications,
Online banking,
Emergency response,
Transport networks, and
Wider digital and data-driven operations.
Together, these services form the backbone of modern society - and your leadership will help ensure they remain secure, reliable and robust even if global navigation satellite systems fail.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Platform Engineer specialising in Virtualisation, Windows, and Security, you will support and maintain critical infrastructure across multiple customer environments, with a strong focus on automation and DevOps practices. Working as part of a specialist team, you will design, deploy, administer, and optimise virtualisation platforms, end-user computing solutions, servers, and supporting infrastructure services, including orchestration services (Kubernetes) running on virtual platforms.
Managing Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Trusts, DNS, Group Policy, PKI, certificate services, and security hardening.
Designing, implementing, and supporting resilient, highly available infrastructure solutions, while troubleshooting complex infrastructure, platform, and network issues.
Supporting enterprise security initiatives, including privileged access management, monitoring, logging, and data protection.
Contributing to disaster recovery, business continuity, and redundancy planning.
Travelling to sites as required to support deployment, implementation, and operational activities.
Experience administering Windows Server in enterprise environments, including the design, implementation, and support of Microsoft services such as Active Directory, Group Policy, and PKI.
Strong scripting and automation skills using one or more of PowerShell, Ansible, Bash, Python, or Terraform.
Experience producing technical documentation, operational procedures/runbooks, and implementation plans.
Demonstrable experience in a senior infrastructure, platform engineering, systems administration, or technical consultancy role.
Relevant certifications in VMware, Omnissa, Microsoft, or automation technologies are desirable.
Desirable Criteria
Knowledge of Linux operating systems, with a willingness to further develop skills in Linux & related Linux tooling.
Experience supporting infrastructure in regulated, public sector, financial, or security-conscious environments. \To work at NPL, you will need to obtain BPSS security clearance. \We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.
About Us
The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a world-lea
Senior platform developer in Liverpool employer: National Physical Laboratory
The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth, offering a supportive work culture where your contributions truly matter. With flexible working arrangements and opportunities to engage in diverse projects, you will thrive in an environment that values innovation and collaboration, all while being part of a prestigious institution located in the scenic town of Teddington.
Contact Details:
National Physical Laboratory Recruitment Team
