The Contract: SharePoint Infrastructure Engineer (6-month Contract)

Department:  M365 Productivity & Adoption

Location:  Flexible Hybrid in Ireland (remote if based in EU)  

Contract Type: 6-month Contract for Services (Contractor)

Contract Purpose:

Storm Technology specialises in helping clients expand the possibilities of what digital technology can do for their business. A Microsoft Solutions Partner with over 27 years’ experience, Storm Technology is the solutions partner of choice for digital technology advancement and adoption. Our team is comprised of highly skilled business professionals, technology experts and change management specialists, who bring business and technology know how together with a proven project methodology to deliver tangible return on investment. They are passionate individuals who thrive when part of a team which designs the best technology solutions for our clients and are driven by our client’s success.

Contract overview:

We are seeking a SharePoint Infrastructure Engineer experienced in SharePoint on-premises, PowerShell and Windows server. This contract involves ensuring the stability, performance, and security of SharePoint environments across the organization. The Contractor will work closely with the M365 Productivity & Adoption Team Lead, IT teams, developers, and business stakeholders to support the effective use of SharePoint as a collaborative and document management platform.

Job Responsibilities/ Accountabilities of the Contract:

·        Maintain and Monitor SharePoint Subscription Edition Farms: Oversee the daily operations of SharePoint farms, including monitoring system performance, applying updates, and troubleshooting issues.

·        Infrastructure Management: Manage the underlying infrastructure supporting SharePoint, including servers, databases, and network configurations.

·         Configuration and Optimization: Configure SharePoint services and settings to meet organizational needs, optimizing performance and scalability.

·        Security and Compliance: Implement and enforce security policies to protect sensitive information.

·        PowerShell Automation: Use PowerShell scripts to automate routine tasks, streamline processes, and improve system efficiency.

·        Collaboration with Development Teams: Work with developers on deploying and managing custom solutions, web parts, and applications within the SharePoint environment.

·        Work directly with clients to support various projects and solutions.

·        Identify areas and processes where SharePoint and DevOps can be better leveraged and facilitate process improvement.

·        Working with DevOps Pipelines

·        To design end-to-end solutions that improve collaboration, productivity, and knowledge sharing.

Technical Requirements of the Successful Candidate:

·        7+ years of experience configuring and maintaining SharePoint on-premises farms and services.

·        Extensive experience with PowerShell scripts and automations.

·        Proven experience in building new farms and configuring SharePoint services.

·        Experience with DevOps CI/CD pipelines.

·         Ability to get creative and innovative with solutions, offering alternative approaches to various challenges that may arise

·        Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively

·        Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams

·        Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of performance and security.

·        Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic environment.

Advantageous requirement:

·        Software development experience with .NET, SPFx, React, and/or Angular is advantageous.

·        Experience with Azure services such as Entra Sync and multi-tenant organization are advantageous.

SharePoint Infrastructure Engineer (6-month Contract)

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