Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Scottish Development International

. Lead and line manage the SPPA Infrastructure/Cloud Engineering team .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeGalashiels • United KingdomSenior💰 £49,401 - £59,152 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing scalable cloud infrastructure solutions, with a strong focus on MS Azure and Terraform for Infrastructure as Code. Capable of leading teams, ensuring compliance with best practices, and applying information security measures effectively.

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MS Azure QualificationInfrastructure as Code via TerraformCloud Expertise Across IaaS, PaaS, SaaSPython and Microsoft DevOps PlatformsLeadership and Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Cloud Infrastructure ManagementScalable Infrastructure SolutionsInformation Security PracticesNetworking Solutions DesignCOTS Software ImplementationOpen-Source SolutionsVirtual Computing SolutionsIAM, Networking, Storage, Compute, Governance

Soft Skills

LeadershipEffective CommunicationInfluencing SkillsQuality Service Management

Tools & Technologies

TerraformMS AzureMicrosoft Product SuiteLinuxOracle

Certifications & Qualifications

Azure DB AdministratorAzure AdministratorAzure Security EngineerAzure DeveloperAzure Data EngineerBaseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS)

Industry Keywords

Cloud ServicesIT Infrastructure ManagementManaged Service ProvidersChange and Architecture BoardsBest Practices Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudLinuxOraclePythonTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and line manage the SPPA Infrastructure/Cloud Engineering team
Maintain knowledge of best practices in cloud and IT infrastructure management
Design, implement and maintain critical cloud services with colleagues, suppliers and managed service providers
Manage cloud environments and enable rapid deployments using Terraform Infrastructure as Code
Support scripting and software tools, including Python and Microsoft DevOps platforms
Design and implement networking, physical infrastructure, COTS software, open-source, virtual and cloud computing solutions
Apply information security practices and controls to protect solutions and services
Advise and present to IT Change and Architecture Boards
Ensure services comply with best practice and architectural principles
Own issues through mitigation or resolution, consult specialists, monitor investigations, identify trends and implement preventative measures
Participate in an in-person interview and GDD Technical Assessment at the SPPA office in Tweedbank

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must hold a relevant MS Azure qualification, such as Azure DB Administrator, Azure Administrator, Azure Security Engineer, Azure Developer, or Azure Data Engineer, or have demonstrable equivalent industry experience
Significant experience designing and implementing scalable infrastructure solutions
In-depth knowledge of MS Azure
Knowledge of the wider Microsoft product suite and Linux
Knowledge of securely integrating MS Azure with other cloud platforms
Deep cloud expertise across IaaS, PaaS and SaaS technologies, including IAM, Networking, Storage, Compute and Governance
Experience with Infrastructure as Code via Terraform
Knowledge of Python and Microsoft DevOps platforms beneficial
Oracle knowledge or ability to acquire it rapidly advantageous
Must complete Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks before appointment
Must have existing and ongoing right to work in the UK; Skilled Worker sponsorship is unavailable
Ability to meet Leadership, Making effective, Communicating & Influencing, and Managing A Quality Service behaviours at Level 3
CV and supporting statement of no more than 750 words required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Security and stability
Flexible and hybrid working options
Opportunities to learn and develop
Respectful and inclusive working environment
Flexible working options
Wide range of employee benefits
Reasonable adjustments during recruitment
35-hour standard working week
Reserve list held for 12 months