Senior Sysadmin / Ops

We are proud to be part of the University of Manchester, a global institution recognized for its contributions to innovation and research, with a storied history that includes 25 Nobel Prize winners. Our Research IT (RIT) team is a dynamic group dedicated to delivering specialized e-research capabilities crucial to various world-leading research areas, such as advanced materials, industrial biotechnology, and cancer treatments. Our Research Platforms Team consists of around 25 technical IT specialists, many of whom have research backgrounds themselves. We develop and support e-infrastructure platforms for the University’s research community, utilizing both on-site hardware and off-site commercial cloud resources. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or transgender status. All appointments are made on merit. We are also positive about flexible working, and hybrid working arrangements may be considered. We offer a range of benefits, including 29 days of annual leave, pension scheme membership, learning and development opportunities, and various staff discounts. We invite applicants with experience or relevant job titles such as Systems Engineer, Senior Network Administrator, and DevOps Engineer to apply. Please apply through our website to complete an application form.