We're seeking a Head of Core Infrastructure to lead a highly skilled engineering capability across complex, security-sensitive environments. This is a pivotal leadership role where you'll define technical standards, drive engineering best practice, and develop high-performing teams delivering critical services for major clients. Working alongside senior architects, engineers and stakeholders, you'll help shape the future of infrastructure, balancing technical innovation with operational excellence across both cloud and on-premise environments. If you're passionate about building capability, influencing enterprise-wide technology decisions, and leading talented engineering teams through change and growth, this could be your next challenge. The Opportunity As Head of Core Infrastructure, you'll provide strategic leadership across a broad infrastructure capability, bringing together multiple engineering disciplines under a unified vision. You'll work through a network of Principal Engineers and Architects to establish standards, define technical direction, and ensure consistent, high-quality delivery across a diverse portfolio of customers and services. This role offers a unique blend of technical leadership, people management, and strategic influence, providing the opportunity to make a lasting impact across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the Core Infrastructure capability, setting technical direction and engineering standards. Establish and maintain infrastructure reference architectures, approved patterns, and best practices. Drive consistency, quality and innovation across multiple teams, services and customer accounts. Represent the capability within technical governance forums and Design Authority. Provide expert guidance on complex technical decisions and critical risk areas. Lead and support the recruitment, development and progression of engineering talent. Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement and engineering excellence. Work closely with architects, delivery teams and senior stakeholders to translate strategic objectives into technical outcomes. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you. TPBN1_UKTJ
Core Infrastructure Lead employer: Sanderson Government and Defence
As a Lead Network Engineer in Salisbury, you will join a dynamic team dedicated to maintaining and enhancing a critical network capability within a secure environment. Our company fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, offering extensive opportunities for professional growth and development while prioritising diversity and inclusion. With a commitment to employee well-being and a supportive work atmosphere, we ensure that our team members thrive both personally and professionally.
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Sanderson Government and Defence Recruitment Team
