Datacentre Engineer Liverpool

To apply for this job please visit jobs.ljmu.ac.uk.

Posting date:
21 January 2025
Salary:
£37,999 to £45,163 per year
Hours:
Full time
Closing date:
11 February 2025
Location:
Liverpool, Merseyside, L2 2QP
Company:
Liverpool John Moores University
Job type:
Permanent
Job reference:
4955_1737478588

Liverpool John Moores University

About the Role:

This role involves the management and administration of Liverpool John Moores University’s datacentres. You’ll be responsible for the upkeep and integrity of critical IT infrastructure, supporting the university’s operational and student-facing IT services. This is a key role supporting the continued growth of the University’s IT services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the University’s two primary datacentres and multiple satellite datacentres.
  • Administer Data Storage Systems (HPE Alletra SANs and Scality).
  • Maintain Backup/Recovery infrastructure (Veeam).
  • Maintain the integrity of user and application data.
  • Manage physical server hardware maintenance (HPE).
  • Maintain centralized High Performance Computing (HPC) service.
  • Maintain datacentre infrastructure and supporting systems.
  • Work with Windows and RedHat Linux operating systems.
  • Address IT service issues, both scheduled and unscheduled.

Skills and Expertise:

  • Experience with Data Storage Systems (HPE Alletra SANs and Scality).
  • Experience with Backup/Recovery infrastructure (Veeam).
  • Expertise in maintaining physical server hardware (HPE).
  • Experience with centralized HPC service management.
  • Proficiency with Windows and RedHat Linux operating systems.
  • Understanding of datacentre infrastructure.

Job Facilities/Benefits:

  • Generous annual leave entitlement.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Induction and development support.
  • Family-friendly policies.

Why Join Us:

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is an exciting place to work, offering opportunities for professional development within a dynamic and forward-thinking environment. Join us as we continue to evolve and enhance our IT provision to support the University’s growth and strategic vision.