Lead Engineer

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Overview
We're looking for a senior infrastructure-focused professional-ideally someone with hands-on engineering experience -to support a major IT separation program. This role blends deep infrastructure knowledge with project coordination, acting as the central point of contact for user migrations, deskside deployments, and network cutovers. You'll work closely with on-site engineers, central IT teams, and the hiring manager to ensure a smooth transition to the new environment.
Key Responsibilities
Infrastructure Oversight
Lead deskside deployments, device migrations, and network readiness
Troubleshoot and resolve issues across PC, network, and application layers
Liaise with central teams (M365, Cyber Security, MFA, Zscaler, Remote Desktop) to drive resolution
Ensure infrastructure readiness for site migration by early Q1 (Jan/Feb)
Project Coordination
Track and manage migration-related issues, escalations, and resolutions
Maintain clear documentation, timelines, and stakeholder updates
Coordinate with desktop engineers and separation teams on-site
Weekly touchpoints with hiring manager to report trends and progress
Separation Program Support
Oversee application installations and network cutovers
Drive pre-December completion of user and infrastructure transitions
Act as a key point of contact for post-migration troubleshooting
Required Skills & Experience
Strong hands-on experience in infrastructure support (L2/L3 level)
Deep understanding of:
Network ports, Firewalls, and connectivity
Deskside deployments and device migrations
Web application infrastructure and Oracle DB connectivity
Proven experience in complex IT environments as an escalation point
Experience coordinating technical projects (issue tracking, stakeholder updates, planning)
Ability to balance technical depth with clear communication and documentation
Location
Cardiff, UK
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