Manage and improve a hybrid IT infrastructure (cloud, on‑prem and hybrid). Own routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, server administration, AD, endpoint management, monitoring, backups and DR. Provide third‑line support, troubleshoot complex issues, work with MSPs and deliver security, resilience and automation improvements in a regulated environment.
Network Engineer
Location: Sheffield / London / Hybrid Working
(Expectation that you will attend an office 2 days per week)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week/flexible days and/or hours (Mon-Fri)
Salary: Up to £47,500 (Sheffield) / Up to £57,500 (London) depending on experience
Benefits package:
- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time), opportunity to buy and sell holiday
- 15% employer pension contribution, discretionary bonus scheme
- Flexible working, cycle to work scheme, healthcare cash plan and life assurance
- Paid voluntary days, maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
- Benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and socialising, to health and wellbeing, travel, and technology and plenty more
THE ROLE
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Infrastructure and Platform Engineer to join our Platform Engineering team and play a key role in ensuring the reliability, security and performance of our hybrid IT environment.
In this role, you will be responsible for managing, supporting and continuously improving a diverse infrastructure spanning cloud, on-premises and hybrid platforms. You will work closely with managed service providers and internal stakeholders to maintain high-performing networks, servers and systems that support business operations.
You will take ownership of and contribute across a broad range of technologies, including routing and switching, firewalls, VPNs, cloud networking, server administration, identity and access management, monitoring, backup and disaster recovery. You will also provide third-line technical support, investigate complex issues, identify root causes and help deliver continuous improvements that enhance resilience, security and efficiency.
To succeed in this position, you will bring extensive hands-on experience across multiple enterprise infrastructure, networking and cloud technologies, together with a commitment to delivering reliable and secure services. You will be comfortable working in a regulated environment, collaborating with colleagues and suppliers, and managing competing priorities while maintaining high standards.
You will have experience with technologies such as Microsoft Azure, Windows and Linux server environments, network security solutions, Active Directory, automation and scripting tools, and modern endpoint management platforms. Relevant certifications in networking, cloud and infrastructure technologies will be highly valued.
In return, you will have the opportunity to work on a varied and challenging technology estate, contribute to strategic infrastructure initiatives, and continue developing your professional expertise within a collaborative and supportive team.
If you are motivated by solving technical challenges and delivering dependable technology services, we will welcome your application.
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Key Benefits
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- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days holiday
- 15% employer pension contribution
- Flexible working
- Cycle to work scheme, healthcare cash plan, Group Income Protection and life assurance
- Paid voluntary days, maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
- Benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and dining, to health and wellbeing, travel, and technology...and plenty more
About
The British Business Bank is an established and influential institution with a key mission of driving sustainable growth and prosperity throughout the United Kingdom. It plays a vital role in supporting access to finance for smaller businesses, facilitating their development and contributing to the transition towards a net zero economy. Since its inception in 2014, the British Business Bank has functioned as a government-owned economic development bank, operating independently to fulfil its objectives. It collaborates with over 200 delivery partners, including high street, digital, specialist, and challenger banks, venture capital and private debt funds, as well as fintech platforms, to implement its programs effectively. With offices in Sheffield and London, the British Business Bank currently employs approximately 550 individuals. As an organisation that values flexibility, wellbeing and collaboration, the British Business Bank introduced a hybrid-working model in 2020. Our colleagues typically spend an average of 2 days per week working in our offices, striking a balance between the advantages of remote work and the benefits of in-person collaboration. The successful candidate for this role should be able to commute to our office (unless specified). At the British Business Bank, we aim to represent the communities we serve, firmly believing that different perspectives make us stronger. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. As a Disability Confident employer, we commit ourselves to having an inclusive, equitable and accessible recruitment process supporting applicants and employees, making reasonable adjustments whenever it is feasible.
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