Senior Systems Engineer

Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer

Industry: Insurance

Location: London, Remote

Job Type: Permanent

Job Description:

I am working with a global Insurance client who are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Systems Engineer with extensive experience in Azure, proficiency in Terraform, a proven track record of successful on-premises to Azure migrations, and a solid grasp of on-premises systems. Join their dynamic IT team and take a lead role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our systems architecture, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and security.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Design, implement, and manage Azure-based solutions using Terraform, with a focus on on-premises to Azure migrations.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into effective and scalable system solutions.
3. Lead and execute on-premises infrastructure migrations to Azure, ensuring seamless transition and minimal downtime.
4. Apply a strong understanding of on-premises systems to enhance integration and compatibility with Azure solutions.
5. Conduct system performance evaluations and implement optimizations to enhance overall efficiency.
6. Provide technical expertise and support for troubleshooting and issue resolution during migration processes.
7. Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations, processes, and migration procedures.
8. Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices to continuously improve our systems infrastructure.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
2. Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Systems Engineer, with a focus on Azure, proficiency in Terraform, successful on-premises to Azure migrations, and a strong grasp of on-premises systems.
3. Proven expertise in designing and implementing Azure solutions, including Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Active Directory, and Azure Networking.
4. Solid understanding of on-premises systems and their integration with cloud solutions.
5. Strong understanding of cloud security best practices and experience implementing security measures within Azure environments.
6. Experience with scripting and automation tools, particularly Terraform, PowerShell, Azure CLI, etc.
7. Solid understanding of networking principles and protocols.
8. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
9. Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or equivalent are a plus.