Summary
Date Posted: Friday, January 17 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
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.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 84

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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