Platform Engineer

Job Description

Job Summary

The Platforms Engineer post is a key technical position requiring a dedicated self-motivated individual to ensure reliable and efficient support to our technical Digital Services infrastructure. This includes Data Centre environment management, desktop, server, storage and backup systems, access and security systems, and Active Directory infrastructure. The post holder will liaise with Digital Services Service Delivery teams to ensure published service level agreements are met.

The post holder must be self-directed, able to work autonomously, interpret technical policies, process confidential Trust data, and use VPN and two-factor authentication to support information security policies. The role involves implementing and supporting technical solutions across RBH, liaising with third-party suppliers, short-term contractors and Trust staff, and having exposure to PRINCE2 project management and ITIL service management methodologies. The post holder will assist Server Engineers and Server Specialists in designing, developing and implementing complex technical solutions and will directly support the Trust’s Digital Services Service Delivery teams.

Main duties of the job

• Communication and Relationships:
  Stakeholder Collaboration;
  Communicate complex technical information;
  Documentation Creation and Training;
  Third-Party Supplier Management
• Research and Development:
  Research Innovative Solutions;
  Technical Evaluations;
  Continuous Improvement;
  Capacity Planning
• Technical Responsibilities: 3rd Line Support;
  Infrastructure Management;
  Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity;
  Backup Strategy Implementation;
  System Security
• Analytical and Judgement
  
  Skills:
  
  Problem Solving;
  Performance Management;
  Change Management
• Planning and Organisation:
  Project Management;
  Service Continuity;
  Capacity and Load Planning;
  Change Control
• Finance and Resource Management:
  Budget Oversight;
  Procurement;
  Asset Management
• Information and Data Management:
  Data Integrity Checks and Processes;
  System Documentation Creation and Validation;
  Security Compliance
• Physical and Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Technical Expertise;
  Hardware Maintenance;
  Security Systems

About Us

"Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding." We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview. For help with your application, contact the recruitment team.

Details

Date posted: 03 February 2026
Pay scheme:
Agenda for Change
Band:
Band 7
Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year pa

Contract:

Permanent
Working pattern:
Full-time
Reference number: COR
Job locations:
Royal Berkshire Hospital Main Site, London Road, Reading RG1 5LA

Job Responsibilities

• Communication and Relationships:
  Stakeholder Collaboration with Digital Services Service Delivery teams;
  Complex Technical Information for non-technical stakeholders;
  Documentation and Training;
  Third-Party Supplier Management
• Research and Development:
  Innovative Solutions;
  Technical Evaluation;
  Continuous Improvement;
  Capacity Planning
• Technical Responsibilities: 3rd Line Support;
  Infrastructure Management;
  Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity;
  Backup Strategy;
  System Security
• Analytical and Judgement
  
  Skills:
  
  Problem Solving;
  Performance Management;
  Change Management
• Planning and Organisation:
  Project Management (PRINCE2);
  Service Continuity;
  Capacity and Load Planning;
  Change Control
• Finance and Resource Management:
  Budget Oversight;
  Procurement;
  Asset Management
• Information and Data Management:
  Data Integrity;
  System Documentation;
  Security Compliance
• Physical and Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Technical Expertise;
  Hardware Maintenance;
  Security Systems

Person Specification

Essential

• Qualifications:
  
  Degree in IT/Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience
• Certifications:
  
  IT infrastructure certs (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, VMware Certified Professional, CompTIA Security+)
• Experience:
  
  Server, storage, and network management in a high-availability environment;
  Microsoft Active Directory 2008 R2 and later;
  Server virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware vSphere, Nutanix AHV)

Desirable

• PRINCE Project Management Qualification
• Healthcare/NHS experience

Additional Information

• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act; sponsorship information for Skilled Worker visa; guidance on overseas criminal records checks
• Employer details:
  Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust;
  Address:
  Royal Berkshire Hospital Main Site, London Road, Reading, RG1 5LA
  ;
  Employer website: