Azure Engineer

Job Description - Azure Engineer (Permanent Role)

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

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.

• 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).

• 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.

• Familiarity with AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service), SaaS apps, and data warehousing.
• Previous exposure to VMware.
• A-level or GCSE IT qualifications (Grades A-C).

• 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).

*Rates depend on experience and client requirements