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# Senior Infrastructure / Systems Engineer

- **Company:** General Dynamics European Land Systems
- **Location:** Coslada, Spain (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Databases, Monitoring of Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Linux Servers, Network Connections, Citrix Systems, Zero Trust Network Access, SAP Sales and Distribution, Virtualization Technology, VMware VSphere, Backup and Restore, Policy as Code, System Availability, IT Architecture, HybridCloud, Togaf, Containerization, Information Technology, Network Server, Cisco, Vmware
- **Published:** August 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/senior-infrastructure-systems-engineer-en-coslada-ID-368306401

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
Minimum 8+ years experience in infrastructure design, engineering, and lifecycle management.
Strong foundational knowledge of:
Servers and operating systems
Networks and connectivity
Storage systems
Databases
Virtualization platforms
Proven experience with:
VMware vSphere and/or Citrix virtualization
Azure or AWS cloud environments (Azure preferred)
Backup/DR systems and high availability design
Network fundamentals and secure connectivity
Experience with architecture frameworks such as TOGAF.
Strong documentation, modeling, and architecture design skills.
Excellent technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills
IT certifications (e.g., TOGAF, Cisco CCNP, VMware VCP) desired
Highly committed
Advanced English written and spoken, Spanish and/or German is a plus

## Description

At GDELS, we believe that our greatest value is our people.A continuación se detalla todo lo que necesita saber sobre lo que implica esta oportunidad, así como lo que se espera de los solicitantes.General Dynamics European Land Systems (GDELS), headquartered in Madrid (Spain), is part of General Dynamics and brings together more than 3,000 professionals across five countries.Our purpose is to deliver military mobility solutions that include armored vehicles, amphibious bridges, and artillery systems.But what truly defines us is our culture.An environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement-where every voice matters, and every idea can become a real breakthrough.GDELS -Santa Bárbara Sistemas contributes to this mission as a key player in the design, manufacturing, and maintenance of armored vehicles and artillery in Spain.We count on a diverse, committed, and highly talented team that finds here opportunities to grow, learn, and make a real impact.What your work will consist of?The IT Architect is responsible for defining, designing, and governing robust, scalable, and secure IT infrastructure solutions across hybrid environments.This role ensures that architecture aligns with business strategy, cybersecurity frameworks, enterprise standards, and technology roadmaps.The IT Architect serves as the design authority for mission?critical platforms, enabling modernization, operational excellence, and long?term scalability.Design and implement end to end IT infrastructure solutions aligned with business requirements, enterprise architecture, and security standards:Conduct detailed business and technical analysis to define infrastructure requirements and translate them into architectural designs (HLD/LLD).Develop and maintain IT infrastructure architecture standards, patterns, and guidelines across all technology domains.Evaluate and recommend new infrastructure technologies to drive performance, resilience, and efficiency.Define technology roadmaps, lifecycle management plans, and decommissioning strategies.Ensure alignment with global GDELS architecture, cybersecurity, and compliance frameworks.Collaborate with network, security, cloud, workplace, and operations teams to ensure architectural integrity and successful implementation.Support project delivery as design authority, ensuring adherence to standards and best practices.Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, diagrams, and operational guidesProvide technical guidance, mentoring, and architectural coaching to engineering teams.Participate in or lead architecture review boards and design governance processes.Essential Infrastructure Architecture Domains:Compute ArchitectureWindows/Linux server architecture, OS standards, CIS hardening, golden image strategy.Virtualization & ContainerizationVMware vSphere, resource pools, HA/DRS design, template management.Storage & Backup/Recovery ArchitectureSAN/NAS, backup policies, immutable backups, DR runbooks, RPO/RTO planning.Hybrid Cloud & Azure ArchitectureLanding zones, identity integration, governance, cost control, network connectivity, policy-as-code.Network & Connectivity FoundationsIntegration with segmentation models, VPN/SD WAN, Zero Trust principles, SASE touchpoints.Monitoring & ObservabilityMetrics, logs, health dashboards, event correlation, alerting thresholds.Automation & OrchestrationInfrastructure-as-Code and configuration managementWhat is the profile required?Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.Minimum 8+ years experience in infrastructure design, engineering, and lifecycle management.Strong foundational knowledge of:Servers and operating systemsNetworks and connectivityStorage systemsDatabasesVirtualization platformsProven experience with:VMware vSphere and/or Citrix virtualizationAzure or AWS cloud environments (Azure preferred)Backup/DR systems and high availability designNetwork fundamentals and secure connectivityExperience with architecture frameworks such as TOGAF.Strong documentation, modeling, and architecture design skills.Excellent technical, analytical, and problem-solving skillsStrong communication and collaboration skillsIT certifications (e.g., TOGAF, Cisco CCNP, VMware VCP) desiredHighly committedAdvanced English written and spoken, Spanish and/or German is a plusWhat do we offer?Be part of a large international group, a leader in the defense sector.Participate in major national and international projects.Join a highly qualified team where you can develop a solid professional career.Excellent working environment in a proactive and collaborative setting.Competitive salary.Flexible compensation package, with benefits such as childcare, transportation, or training.Continuous working hours and flexible scheduling.Hybrid remote working model.xqysrnhOpportunity to travel and geographic mobility.


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