At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and optimise Azure infrastructure while delivering top-notch IT support.
- Company: Join a dynamic IT operations team in a collaborative environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid work, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Great career development opportunities in a supportive, tech-driven workplace.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by innovating and improving IT systems across multiple sites.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in IT support with strong skills in Azure and Microsoft Server.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Role: Azure Engineer
Type: Permanent, Full‑time (37.5 hours/week)
Location: Hybrid - Isle of Man or Manchester (3 days in the office)
License: Full UK driver's license required
Salary & Benefits: Competitive package + benefits
Overview
We’re looking for talented Azure Engineers to join a growing IT operations and delivery team. This is a permanent opportunity for passionate IT professionals whether junior or senior level who thrive on improving systems, enhancing infrastructure, and delivering high-quality support in a collaborative environment. You’ll be responsible for supporting Microsoft Server environments, Azure infrastructure, and virtualization solutions across multiple sites, while contributing to system optimization and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1st‑2nd line (and some 3rd line) technical support across multiple sites.
- Administer and maintain Microsoft Server, Office 365, Azure, and virtualization platforms.
- Build, migrate, and support Azure and Hyper‑V environments.
- Manage AD, Intune, O365, Exchange, and Azure Infrastructure.
- Support Azure SaaS applications and Azure Stack HCI deployments.
- Collaborate effectively with teams across various locations, maintaining strong communication and documentation standards.
- Identify opportunities to improve and streamline systems and processes.
- Provide on‑site support when required (travel between offices).
Essential Skills & Experience
- Minimum 5 years' experience in IT support or infrastructure roles.
- Strong hands‑on skills in Microsoft Server admin, Azure, and Office 365.
- Expertise in Hyper‑V, Azure Stack HCI, and virtualization technologies.
- Knowledge of Azure networking, Azure Defender, Azure Policy, and SQL managed instances.
- Experience with Dell backup and replication, Dell storage, and VDI solutions is advantageous.
- Excellent communication skills and customer‑focused attitude.
- Genuine passion for IT support, innovation, and system improvement.
- A‑level or GCSE IT qualifications (Grades A‑C).
Desirable
- Familiarity with AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service), SaaS apps, and data warehousing.
- Previous exposure to VMware.
What You’ll Get
- A supportive, technically driven environment.
- Opportunities to learn, innovate, and implement real improvements.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Hybrid flexibility - 3 days in‑office (Isle of Man or Manchester).
Azure Engineer employer: Salt Digital Recruitment
Join a dynamic team as an Azure Engineer where your passion for IT and innovation will be nurtured in a supportive, collaborative environment. With a competitive salary and benefits package, plus the flexibility of a hybrid work model based in the picturesque Isle of Man or vibrant Manchester, you'll have ample opportunities for professional growth and development while contributing to meaningful projects that enhance infrastructure and systems.
