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Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Purpose

Working in a team of infrastructure specialists and engineers, a senior infrastructure engineer builds, administers, supports, and maintains solutions as directed and according to architectural guidelines. Individuals in this role will:

• Ensure services are integrated, delivered, and operated as required
• Work with and support third parties in providing infrastructure services
• Work with software and data engineers to translate technical designs into operations
• Provide input into overall management – workforce, budget, technology roadmaps, projects, and tasks
• Lead and direct infrastructure specialist teams in building, managing, supporting, and maintaining solutions according to architectural guidelines

Key Responsibilities

Coding and Scripting

• Develop proficiency in the scripting tools and software that are essential in the design, build, management, and operation of infrastructure solutions and services
• Use scripting to automate common infrastructure management and operations tasks

Infrastructure Fundamentals

• Design, implement, administer, and support infrastructure technologies and solutions. These technologies and solutions can include computing, storage, networking, physical infrastructure, software, commercial-of-the-shelf (COTS), and open source packages and solutions. They can also include virtual and cloud computing such a Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS)

Information Security

• Identify information security risks and the controls that can be used to mitigate threats within solutions and services

Modern Standards Approach

• Competently apply a modern standards approach and guide others to do so

Ownership and Initiative

• Own an issue until a new owner has been found or the problem has been mitigated or resolved

Problem Management

• Initiate and monitor actions to investigate pattens and trends to resolve problems
• Effectively consult specialists where required
• Determine the appropriate remedy and assist with its implementation.
• Determine preventative measures

Service Focus

• Take inputs from stakeholders and establish solutions that facilitate the achievement of business objectives

Systems Design

• Design systems characterized by medium levels of risk, impact, and business or technical complexity
• Select appropriate design standards, methods, and tools, and ensure they are applied effectively
• Review the systems designs of others to ensure the selection of appropriate technology, efficient use of resources, and integration of multiple systems and technology

Systems Integration

• Define the integration build
• Co-ordinate build activities across systems
• Understand how to undertake and support integration testing activities

Technical Understanding

• Develop a thorough understanding of the technical concepts required and effectively communicate how these concepts apply to the wider technical landscape of IT

Testing

• Review requirements and specifications and define test conditions
• Identify issues and risk associated with work
• Analyze and report test activities and results

Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution

• Break a problem down into its component parts to identify and diagnose root causes
• Troubleshoot and identify problems across different technology capabilities

Required

Qualifications & Competencies & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience (7+) in infrastructure engineering or a related role
• Proven track record of managing large-scale infrastructure projects and leading technical teams
• Significant experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud infrastructure
• Deep expertise in network protocols and technologies (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, etc.)
• Comprehensive knowledge of server and storage systems
• Advanced proficiency with virtualization technologies
• Advanced scripting and automation skills
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues
• Advanced analytical skills to evaluate system performance and identify optimization opportunities
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture and strategic planning

Preferred

• Advanced certifications (e.g., CCNP, Microsoft Certified, AWS Certified, Azure Solutions Expert)
• Expertise in DevOps practices and tools
• Experience with emerging technologies such as edge computing, AI/ML infrastructure, and software-defined networking (SDN)
• Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements in the industry
• Experience with ITIL and other IT service management frameworks

Location:

Zambia : Zambia : Kabwe

Division:

Enabling Functions

Reference Code:

837044

Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status and pregnancy. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.