PhysicsX is a deep-tech company of scientists and engineers, developing machine learning applications to massively accelerate physics simulations and enable a new frontier of optimisation opportunities in design and engineering.
Born out of numerical physics and proven in Formula One, we help our customers radically improve their concepts and designs, transform their engineering processes and drive operational product performance. We do this in some of the most advanced and important industries of our time – including Space, Aerospace, Medical Devices, Additive Manufacturing, Electric Vehicles, Motorsport, and Renewables. Our work creates positive impact for society, be it by improving the design of artificial hearts, reducing CO2 emissions from aircraft and road vehicles, and increasing the performance of wind turbines.
The role
Join our dynamic IT team as a Senior Infrastructure Engineer and play a pivotal role in shaping our technological landscape. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, supporting our IT strategy and implementing cutting-edge solutions to drive business growth.
What you will do:
- Drive IT solutions that align with our business objectives.
- Contribute to our IT strategy and roadmap implementation.
- Innovate to maintain the highest standards for our technology stack.
- Enhance our CPU, GPU, HPC, and cloud infrastructure.
- Research and evaluate monitoring, backup, and recovery solutions.
- Implement upgrades, patching, and system enhancements.
- Support and develop our SaaS platform, integrating it into our existing IT ecosystem.
- Collaborate with data scientists, machine learning engineers, and simulations engineers to accelerate workflows.
- Continuously learn and apply best practices, supporting colleagues in their adoption.
What the ideal candidate looks like:
- Passion for supporting the IT strategy of a fast-growing tech startup.
- Proficiency in Linux, MacOS, and Windows, including virtualization and scripting.
- Good networking skills (vLANs, VPNs, WiFi, etc.).
- Experience shaping and following IT processes, with a focus on documentation.
- Practical knowledge of Azure, Entra ID, InTune, Exchange Online, and Office 365.
- Expertise in Linux and Juniper administration.
- Familiarity with HPC systems, cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Ability to scope and deliver projects effectively.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze issues and recommend solutions efficiently.
What we offer:
- Meaningful equity in the company
- 10% employer pension contribution
- Private Healthcare
- Free lunch daily
- A learning budget including time off to study
- Cycle to Work and Season Ticket Loan scheme
We value diversity and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, religion, ethnicity, nationality, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We strongly encourage individuals from groups traditionally underrepresented in tech to apply. To help make a change, we sponsor bright women from disadvantaged backgrounds through their university degrees in science and mathematics.
