Senior System Engineer IT

What will you do?

As a Senior System Engineer at Alfen, you are the go-to specialist for hybrid information technology infrastructures. You design, implement, and manage robust and scalable platforms that are vital to our organization. In addition to managing our hybrid infrastructure, you will also be involved in designing and setting up new applications and workloads that run on it. You will also contribute to other information technology infrastructure domains such as networking, automation, identity and access management, and workplace management.

Besides your technical role, you also take on a strategic position: acting as a sparring partner for colleagues in the team, collaborating with other teams such as security, applications, and support, and engaging with business stakeholders.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Designing, managing, and optimizing hybrid infrastructures, including Microsoft Azure Cloud and on-premises systems.

• Leading lifecycle projects, upgrades, and transitions within infrastructure and platform services.

• Developing and implementing automation solutions (PowerShell, Microsoft Azure Command Line Interface, Microsoft DevOps, and Infrastructure as Code).

• Monitoring performance, availability, and cost efficiency of the infrastructure.

• Leading domain-specific projects and serving as the technical point of contact for stakeholders.

• Supporting assessments and ensuring solutions meet both functional and technical requirements.

• Coaching colleagues, promoting knowledge sharing, and contributing to the professional growth of the team.

• Contributing to standards, best practices, and strategic roadmaps.

What do we ask of you?

We are looking for an experienced professional who can oversee complex infrastructure challenges and deliver pragmatic solutions. You combine technical expertise with strategic insight and leadership. Additionally, you bring:

• A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in information technology or a related field.

• At least five to seven years of relevant experience in an infrastructure role (on-premises, cloud, or hybrid).

• Proven experience leading projects and/or taking on a technical leadership role.

• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft platforms (Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop, Microsoft Active Directory Hybrid).

• Experience with virtualization (Microsoft Hyper-V or VMware), Microsoft Azure Local, containers (Docker, Kubernetes, Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Service), and automation tooling.

• Knowledge of networking infrastructure (Cisco and Microsoft Azure Networking).

• Familiarity with frameworks such as Information Technology Infrastructure Library, security principles, role-based access control, and monitoring and observability tools.

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code.

• Experience with workplace management (Microsoft Intune) and identity and access management is an advantage.

• Knowledge and experience with Linux is an advantage.

What do we offer?

At Alfen, you will have the opportunity to make an impact in a senior role with plenty of freedom and responsibility. You can also count on:

• A competitive salary with excellent secondary benefits (according to the Metalektro Collective Labour Agreement).

• 27 vacation days plus 13 additional days off per year, with the option to sell up to 10 days.

• A company laptop and phone.

• Free and unlimited access to our online learning platform.

• Fun activities organized by our employee associations AlFun and Young Alfen.

• Free sports activities, including Alfen Fitness Sportlab and participation in sporting events.

• Pension scheme via the PME Pension Fund, with Alfen covering more than half of the premium.

• Travel allowance of €0.23 per kilometer, up to 50 kilometers one way.

Where will you work?

At Alfen, you will be at the heart of the energy transition. With our innovative products and solutions, we are building the electricity grid of the future. You will join a technically challenging and socially relevant environment.

Information Technology Department – Infrastructure Team
Our team focuses on ensuring the optimal management and security of Alfen’s information technology environment. We provide a robust infrastructure that enables innovation and growth.

Interested?

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Please note: Reference checks, screening, and a Certificate of Conduct may be part of the selection process. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the vacancy may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found. Acquisition regarding this vacancy is not appreciated.