Wintel Linux Technical Architect (Banking)

Contract role - Wintel Linux Technical Architect (Banking) - Manchester/Hybrid - 12 months initial

We are currently looking for experienced Infrastructure Architect (Banking) to support a part of our end client's new data centre build.

• Job Title: Infrastructure Architect (Banking)
• Type of Role: Contract - 12 months initially - Inside IR35 PAYE/FTC
• Location: Leeds/Manchester/Halifax/Bristol/Birmingham/Glasgow Edinburgh/Hybrid (2 days a week onsite)
• Sector: Banking

• Deep understanding of x86 processors and systems, including Intel and AMD technologies.
• Proficiency in Windows Server and Linux distributions (e.g., RHEL, CentOS).
• Familiarity with VMware, Hyper-V, and similar platforms.
• Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes.
• Awareness of storage technologies such as SAN, NAS, and local storage.
• Understanding of network designs, protocols, and security measures, including VLANs, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Experience with performance optimisation and scalability solutions for x86 systems.
• Expertise in designing and implementing high availability solutions for x86 systems.
• Understanding of disaster recovery strategies and resilience patterns for x86 architectures.
• Awareness of security measures, including patch management and vulnerability assessment.
• Proficiency in automation tools and scripting languages such as PowerShell or Bash.
• Cloud: AWS/GCP
• Experience with Agile development principles and methods, Jira, Confluence
• Banking/Financial Services Background
• Location for this role is Hybrid however a preference would be for candidates closer to Leeds however will consider talent from elsewhere with a requirement to travel company key sites when required - Leeds, Halifax, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Bristol, Manchester and Birmingham, 2 days a week onsite
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to convey technically complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
• A strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail and problem-solving.

Please feel free to contact myself - Daisy Nguyen at Gibbs Consulting for a confidential chat to know more details about the role.

Please also note: Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.