IT Systems and Infrastructure Engineer

Overview

In this role you will own and evolve the company’s hybrid cloud and on-prem infrastructure, focusing on secure, scalable platforms and automation. You’ll work closely with security, platform and software teams to keep Checkatrade running and ready for growth, while applying AI-driven approaches to reduce manual work. You’ll balance hands-on administration with structured delivery, shaping reliable IT foundations across the business. This is a chance to impact core systems at a fast-growing home improvements platform.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary + annual bonus
• Employee Share Programme
• Health, well-being and learning support
• Gym membership
• Smart Tech Scheme
• Cycle Scheme

Responsibilities

• Administer core platforms (Okta, Google Workspace, AI tools, Jira Service Management, Slack) to support daily operations
• Build and maintain secure, reliable infrastructure accessible to all teams
• Manage Windows Server, Active Directory, Office 365 and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud) including identity and access
• Develop automation scripts (PowerShell, Python, Bash) and build workflows with Okta Workflow and Zapier
• Apply AI-first mindset to IT management and automation
• Deliver improvements through a structured project lifecycle (scope, plan, sign-off, delivery, review)
• Collaborate with security, platform and software engineering teams to deliver dependable tools and systems

Key requirements

• Hands-on experience administering Okta and Google Workspace
• Experience with endpoint/device management (Kandji, Intune) across macOS, Windows, ChromeOS
• Proven IT infrastructure management across Windows Server, Active Directory, Office 365; strong cloud experience (Azure, AWS or Google Cloud)
• Day-to-day administration of Jira Service Management (queues, SLAs, workflow automation)
• Scripting skills (PowerShell, Python or Bash) and workflow automation (Okta Workflow, Zapier)
• AI-first mentality in evaluating and administering AI tools for IT problems
• Experience delivering IT projects through a structured lifecycle; solid networking and security fundamentals (DNS, VPNs, firewalls) and ability to explain technical detail clearly

• curious and proactive
• clear communicator
• collaborative and cross-functional
• Okta
• Google Workspace
• Jira Service Management

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