Nutanix Platform Engineer
SecureCloud+ delivers trusted, fully managed secure ICT for UK Defence and Government, with a strong culture of employee growth. UK‑based candidates eligible for DV clearance only.
The Role
The Infrastructure Engineer (Nutanix) is responsible for the build, configuration, and implementation of Nutanix-based hyper-converged infrastructure platforms, delivering robust, scalable, and secure compute, storage, and virtualisation services. The role focuses on translating design requirements into fully operational infrastructure through hands-on engineering, standardised builds, and repeatable configurations. The engineer will lead the deployment and configuration of Nutanix clusters, AHV, storage services, and management tooling, ensuring platforms are built in line with architectural standards, security requirements, and operational best practices. Working closely with architecture, cloud, network, and security teams, the role supports the delivery of private and hybrid cloud solutions while driving consistency, automation, and quality across the infrastructure build lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Build, configure, and deploy Nutanix HCI clusters, including compute, storage, and virtualisation components
Install, configure, and manage Nutanix AHV, AOS, Prism, and associated management tools
Deliver infrastructure builds in line with design documentation, architectural standards, and security policies
Perform system configuration, tuning, and optimisation to ensure platform performance and resilience
Support infrastructure projects including new platform deployments, upgrades, expansions, and migrations
Produce and maintain build documentation, configuration standards, and operational runbooks
Collaborate with network, storage, cloud, and security teams to integrate Nutanix platforms into the wider environment
Assist with automation and repeatable builds using scripting or infrastructure-as-code approaches where applicable
Provide technical support and escalation for infrastructure-related incidents and issues
Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance build processes, tooling, and standardisation
Education and Experience Requirements
Essential:
Degree or equivalent experience in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Hands-on experience building and configuring Nutanix HCI environments
Strong knowledge of virtualisation, compute, storage, and infrastructure platforms
Experience with cluster deployments, upgrades, and lifecycle management
Solid understanding of infrastructure security, resilience, and availability principles
Ability to work from technical designs and implement them accurately
Strong documentation and communication skills
Desirable:
Experience with automation tools (e.g. PowerShell, Ansible, Terraform, Calm)
Exposure to on-prem/private cloud environments
Knowledge of enterprise networking and security concepts
Nutanix certifications (NCA, NCP, NCM or equivalent)
- Department
- Engineering
- Locations
- Stoke on Trent - Head Office
- Yearly salary
- £85,000 - £90,000
- Employment type
- Full-time
About SecureCloud+
SecureCloud+ is a UK sovereign-owned technology company founded in 2014, specialising in secure collaboration, data-driven decision making, and managed services for the defence sector. We design and deliver technology platforms that enable defence organisations, including the Ministry of Defence and defence industry partners, to operate securely and without compromise. Our security-cleared team works in close partnership with world-class technology vendors, providing round-the-clock support tailored to the complex and sensitive demands of the defence environment.