Infrastructure Engineer

Company: Paradigm Housing
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Location: Letchworth Garden City
Job Description:

Infrastructure EngineerSalary: £51,700 + excellent benefitsLocation: High Wycombe or Letchworth Garden CityHybrid: 2 days in the office, 3 days from homeContract: PermanentHours: 37 hours per week———————————————————————————-

At SettleParadigm, we look after more than 30,000 homes across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and the surrounding counties. Our purpose is simple -safe homes, good services and neighbourhoods people feel proud to live in. Through our merger, weve brought together shared values, skills and ambition, helping us build more affordable homes and make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve.

As part of this, our IT team plays a vital role in keeping our systems secure, reliable and ready for the future. Were now looking for an Infrastructure Engineer to help us continue strengthening and modernising our technology platforms.About the Role

As an Infrastructure Engineer, youll be a key part of our IT team, making sure our cloud and on-premise systems are well managed, secure and performing at their best. Youll work across Microsoft Azure, Windows Server, M365, networking and device management, helping us deliver a stable, modern and resilient environment for colleagues across the organisation.

Youll support day-to-day operations, act as a senior escalation point, and contribute to project delivery as we continue to evolve our infrastructure. This is a hands-on role where youll work with a wide range of technologies and have real influence over how our systems develop.

If you enjoy problem-solving, like working with modern cloud platforms and want to help shape a reliable, secure IT environment, this could be a great next step.

What Youll Be Doing

Project & Technical Delivery

  • Configure, administer and optimise Microsoft Entra ID, Intune and Azure

  • Support the provisioning, monitoring and security of our cloud infrastructure

  • Contribute to the design and implementation of new cloud-based solutions

  • Ensure systems are optimised for performance, reliability and security

  • Support backup and disaster recovery processes

  • Implement, configure and support network systems

Operational Support

  • Act as a senior escalation point for BAU issues

  • Maintain documentation for systems, configurations and processes

  • Support cyber security operations and respond to incidents

  • Ensure regular patching and system updates

  • Follow structured testing and change management processes

  • Manage infrastructure in line with ISO and ITIL best practice

  • Work with Data Protection and Information Governance protocols

Collaboration & Communication

  • Work closely with IT colleagues across the organisation

  • Document risks and mitigation plans for migration programmes

  • Share knowledge and support continuous improvement

  • Identify opportunities to introduce new technologies

About You

Youll do well in this role if you:

  • Have experience managing cloud infrastructure (ideally 3+ years)

  • Are confident supporting Windows Server environments

  • Have strong knowledge of SaaS and IaaS solutions

  • Are experienced with endpoint management tools

  • Communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical colleagues

  • Can organise your workload, set priorities and meet deadlines

  • Enjoy learning new technologies and raising standards

  • Are comfortable travelling between sites when needed

  • Have the fitness and mobility to support equipment installation

  • Hold a full driving licence and business-use insurance

What Youll Need

Must Haves

  • 3+ years managing cloud infrastructure

  • Strong desktop support experience in a Windows environment

  • Experience managing SaaS and IaaS solutions

  • Knowledge of Windows Servers and endpoint management

  • Clear written and verbal communication skills

  • Strong organisational skills

  • Ability to work with colleagues at all levels

  • AZ-104 certification

  • CCNA certification

Nice To Haves / Preferred

  • Experience building and maintaining multi-site Azure services

  • Experience working to standards and frameworks

  • Knowledge of scripting languages such as PowerShell

  • Excellent customer and communication skills for non-technical colleagues

Benefits

At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment.

  • annual salary: £51,700 per annum

  • 25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options

  • Generous pension scheme up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice

  • Family-friendly leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

  • Health cash plan claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids cover)

  • Life cover and income protection

  • Flexible working hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging

And thats just the beginning! Were also thrilled to provide:

  • Mental Health First Aiders available to support

  • Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions)

  • Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships

  • 3 paid volunteering days in the local communities

  • Peer-recognition rewards platform

  • Paid professional subscription (one per year)

Working Hours & Location:

  • 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday

  • 09:00 – 17:30 Monday – Thursday

  • 09:00 – 17:00 Friday

  • Work from either our Letchworth Garden City or Wooburn Green, High Wycombe office base (minimum of two days per week in the office and three days per week working from home)

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups.

Accessibility and Adjustments

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and well always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required.

Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.

Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.

Closing Date: 19.07.2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the closing date should we find a suitable candidate.

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Posted: July 7th, 2026