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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Microsoft 365 Engineer - **Company:** NewDay - **Location:** Leeds, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Android Software Development, Microsoft Antivirus, Apple IOS, Apple Mac Systems, Application Packaging, JIRA, User Authentication, Microsoft Online Services, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Computing Security, Information Leak Prevention, Domain Name System (DNS), Github, Identity and Access Management, Microsoft Dynamics, Microsoft Software, Routing, Windows PowerShell, Power BI, Azure Active Directory, Scaled Agile Framework, Microsoft SharePoint, Scripting, Microsoft Power Automate, Virtual Environment, Microsoft InTune, Microsoft Onedrive, Microsoft Fabric, AI Platforms, Deployment Automation, Powerapps - **Published:** July 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f9593a29528ee17b ## About the Role * Significant experience designing, implementing and supporting enterprise Microsoft 365 environments. * Strong expertise across Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft 365 administration. * Experience delivering Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions across both Windows and macOS environments. * Strong understanding of Conditional Access, identity security and endpoint compliance controls. * Experience supporting Microsoft Teams, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online and OneDrive. * Deep knowledge of Microsoft Defender security capabilities. * Experience with Microsoft Purview, including Audit, DLP and eDiscovery. * Strong understanding of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS and Entra Connect. * Experience with operating system deployment, device lifecycle management and endpoint engineering. * Proficiency in PowerShell and/or command-line scripting * Experience with application packaging and automated software deployment. * Knowledge of networking, authentication, authorisation and cloud security concepts. * Experience working within Agile engineering environments using tools such as GitHub and Jira. * Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Desirable Experience * Experience developing and managing Microsoft Copilot Agents. * SharePoint migration experience. * Experience with Dynamics 365. * Knowledge of Microsoft Backup and recovery services. * Experience deploying and supporting Microsoft Teams desk phones. * Familiarity with security frameworks such as CIS or NIST. * Microsoft certifications across Microsoft 365, Security or Modern Workplace technologies. ## Description * Design, build and implement Microsoft 365 solutions aligned to business and technology requirements. * Lead the development and continuous improvement of NewDay's Modern Workplace capabilities. * Deliver solutions across Windows, macOS, iOS and Android devices, including both physical and virtual environments. * Design and deploy endpoint management solutions using Microsoft Intune and related technologies. * Develop and maintain operating system deployment, upgrade and lifecycle management strategies. * Implement automated deployment and application packaging solutions. * Create reusable engineering patterns, automation and standards to improve service delivery and operational efficiency. Microsoft 365 Platform Ownership * Manage and enhance Microsoft 365 services, including: Microsoft 365 Apps, Intune, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Copilot, Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Pages, Power BI) * Support the deployment, monitoring and governance of Microsoft AI services, ensuring compliance with internal standards and policies. * Manage Microsoft Teams Direct Routing and associated telephony services. * Review platform licensing and identify optimisation and cost-saving opportunities. Security & Compliance * Manage Microsoft Defender configurations, including Attack Surface Reduction (ASR) rules and exclusions. * Implement and support Conditional Access policies and device-based access controls. * Support identity and access management across Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID and Entra Connect. * Enhance Microsoft Purview capabilities, including Audit, Data Loss Prevention (DLP ) and eDiscovery. * Ensure services align with security, compliance and governance requirements. Service Reliability & Continuous Improvement * Act as an escalation point for complex Microsoft service incidents and platform issues. * Monitor Microsoft service health and communicate business-impacting incidents to stakeholders. # * Provide ongoing platform support, troubleshooting and optimisation. * Define and document operational standards and support processes. * Proactively identify opportunities to improve performance, resilience, automation and user experience. * Drive awareness of upcoming Microsoft product changes and ensure successful adoption across business and technology teams. ## Related Videos - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Develop enterprise-ready applications for Microsoft Teams with Azure resources on modern web technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/187-develop-enterprise-ready-applications-for-microsoft-teams-with-azure-resources-on-modern-web-technologies) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Dev Digest 191: Malware interviews, EU ❤️ Open Source and Skilled Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/645-dev-digest-191-malware-interviews-eu-open-source-and-skilled-agents) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)