Microsoft SQL Server

Senior IT Infrastructure & Systems Manager

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior IT Infrastructure Manager with at least 7 to 10 years of experience to oversee, manage, and continuously improve the organization’s IT infrastructure, enterprise systems, network environment, and end-user computing services. The successful candidate will ensure the availability, security, performance, and resilience of critical business systems while leading technical teams and supporting key stakeholders across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Administer, maintain, and optimize Windows and Linux server environments.
• Manage VMware virtualised infrastructure (vSphere 8 and above).
• Oversee enterprise backup and disaster recovery solutions using Veeam Backup & Replication, Veeam ONE monitoring and VRO environments.
• Administer endpoint security and encryption solutions, including Symantec Endpoint Protection and Symantec Endpoint Encryption.
• Support endpoint DLP, SIEM and security monitoring tools (e.g., Splunk, Tenable).
• Manage patching processes using ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus.
• Support Microsoft 365 services and related cloud technologies.
• Monitor system performance, capacity, availability and infrastructure health.
• Ensure compliance with IT governance, security policies and operational standards.
• Provide advanced desktop, laptop, printer, mobile device and branch office IT support.
• Manage OS deployment, imaging, image creation, maintenance and software packaging.
• Administer Active Directory, Group Policy Objects, user provisioning and NTFS permissions.
• Resolve technical incidents and service requests in line with agreed SLAs.
• Support business-critical applications such as Bloomberg FXT, Refinitiv Eikon, Murex Treasury System, SWIFT Alliance Access, 1AML, SIBS, GFMS.
• Configure and support Cisco switches, routers, FortiGate firewall environments and DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, routing and connectivity troubleshooting.
• Perform SSL/TLS certificate lifecycle management using OpenSSL.
• Develop, maintain and enforce IT policies, standards and operating procedures.
• Produce system architecture diagrams, technical documentation, SOPs, and performance reports.
• Identify and drive opportunities for automation and service improvement.
• Support technology planning, infrastructure modernisation and transformation initiatives.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in enterprise IT infrastructure and systems administration.
• Experience within financial services, banking, trading or treasury environments.
• Proven experience managing mission-critical infrastructure and applications.
• Experience operating within regulated and security-focused environments.
• Ability to provide support to VIP stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Windows Server 2019/2022 (or equivalent), Red Hadoop, VMware vSphere / vCenter, Veeam Backup & Replication, Microsoft Office 365, PowerShell scripting, SQL Server administration, and networking fundamentals.

Location: SW1V 1SW, London, England, United Kingdom

Remote type: Hybrid (3 days in the office)

Start date: As soon as possible

Salary: £55,000 - £60,000

C# .NET Developer - Insurance

Our client is an insurance underwriter in the City of London looking to grow its software development team with a seasoned C# .NET developer.

Responsibilities:

• Develop complex software with C# and support the entire development lifecycle.
• Utilise Java, jQuery, Web API, CSS and advanced SQL Server (stored procedures, table design).
• Provide support for Microsoft Office Applications and design and build reports for SharePoint.
• Lead improvements to management information and analysis.
• Analyse requirements and deliver suitable solutions using the most appropriate technology.
• Document, support and upgrade a wide range of internal applications/processes.
• Produce ad-hoc reporting and analysis of information in the data warehouse.
• Work both as part of a team and independently, communicating with all business areas.

Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of experience developing complex software with C#.
• Strong mathematical background (2:1 in maths or computer science or similar).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Visual Studio, Microsoft SQL Server, Office 365, SharePoint and related tools.
• Experience with Eclipse (for underwriting) and Sun (for accounts) is a plus.

Location: City of London, England, United Kingdom

Start date: As soon as possible

Salary: up to £50,000 (potentially higher for exceptional candidates); junior roles considered from £25,000 - £30,000.

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• Research and Development Engineer - Designs and develops software solutions by integrating SQL Server databases to manage data efficiently.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior IT Infrastructure Manager with at least 7 to 10 years of experience to oversee, manage, and continuously improve the organization’s IT infrastructure, enterprise systems, network environment, and end-user computing services. The successful candidate will ensure the availability, security, performance, and resilience of critical business systems while leading technical teams and supporting key stakeholders across the organization., * 7+ years of experience in enterprise IT infrastructure and systems administration.

• Experience within financial services, banking, trading or treasury environments.
• Proven experience managing mission-critical infrastructure and applications.
• Experience operating within regulated and security-focused environments.
• Ability to provide support to VIP stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Windows Server 2019/2022 (or equivalent), Red Hadoop, VMware vSphere / vCenter, Veeam Backup & Replication, Microsoft Office 365, PowerShell scripting, SQL Server administration, and networking fundamentals., * 5-7 years of experience developing complex software with C#.
• Strong mathematical background (2:1 in maths or computer science or similar).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Visual Studio, Microsoft SQL Server, Office 365, SharePoint and related tools.
• Experience with Eclipse (for underwriting) and Sun (for accounts) is a plus.

Our client is an insurance underwriter in the City of London looking to grow its software development team with a seasoned C# .NET developer.