Job Description

What we are looking for:

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The Back Up Engineer role is based in our City of London office, reporting to the Tech Lead, Storage Services and is organisationally positioned within our Engineering and Enterprise Technology team.


We are seeking a forward thinking, analytical and reliable professional with a strong understanding of working in a global and regulated environment, and will be responsible for maintaining and managing a complex back up system involving large numbers of nightly backups (around 10,000).


The backup engineer will be able to use their problem solving abilities to provide resolution of complex problems and improvements to the environment. In addition, the individual will work with the architect function and the vendor to develop and maintain plans to keep the environment stable, performant with the functionality required for the future.


We are looking for someone who can also successfully lead project implementations from initiation through completion, ensuring smooth training and a seamless handover to the baseline team.

The Function & Role:

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Engineering & Enterprise Tech is responsible for delivering stable, high quality, secure and cost-efficient infrastructure solutions for Rabobank's businesses. This incorporates design, implementation, security and support of (amongst others) data centre networks, server capacity, data centres, workplace (desktop, laptop, mobile) etc.


Key areas of responsibility:

Ensure operational stability and supportability
Within these responsibilities the following specific tasks are key:

Maintain data retention for historic data Perform daily, weekly and periodic checks and procedures as required to ensure operational reliability. Perform product lifecycle management. Test, maintain and improve monitoring and checking. Add and remove backups to new and existing servers according to defined process and policy. Perform Operational Acceptance Tests for servers for backups. Capacity planning of backup environments ensuring appropriate investment is made at the appropriate time. Ensure that standards are maintained in line with departmental policies and automated checks where practical Accountable for delivery of individually-assigned projects

Skills & Experience Required:

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Business Knowledge & Technical Skills

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The role requires an in-depth knowledge of Backup & Recovery architectures and technology. In particular, an in depth knowledge of the Veeam Backup product. Troubleshoot stability and performance problems for Backups. Definition and documentation of best practice process and design. Install and configure Backup & Recovery hardware and software. Identify requirements and develop/deploy solutions for Backup environments. Knowledge of working for a company supporting a large number of backups. Strong knowledge of at least one operating system. Clear verbal and written communication to peers and management. Willingness to travel between NL and UK and globally as required.

Desirable:

Knowledge of IBM Spectrum Protect (TSM). Knowledge of NetBackup. Knowledge of client operating systems Windows/RHEL/Solaris.

Personal Attributes

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Ability to influence effectively at different organizational levels; Courage and determination to challenge current practices; Strong analytical and conceptual skills; Clear written and verbal communication skills. Ability to deal with people, across a complex organisation with different cultures and geographies. Demonstrates professional acumen, integrity, discretion, credibility and trustworthiness. Self-motivated, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and results driven. Ability to respond swiftly to changing demands of the business. Strong interpersonal and client relationship/influencing skills. Good time management. Willingness to travel if required.

Why work with us?

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A career at Rabobank can offer insights into many areas. As well as having the opportunity to really see and understand the role of Financial Institutions in the Food & Agribusiness sector we are committed to providing our employees with the opportunities to develop their skills and progress their careers within the company. We work flexibly at Rabobank, combining the benefits of working at the London office and working from home, allowing the best of both worlds to come together.


Our Benefits for this role include:

A competitive salary A discretionary annual bonus 28 days' holiday, plus the option to buy additional days. Company pension scheme plus other financial benefit schemes Private medical insurance, regular health screening checks plus other health benefits A range of family friendly policies and lifestyle benefits Salary sacrifice schemes - cycle to work and electric vehicle salary sacrifice.
Plus, many more incentives


As well as helping our clients to grow their businesses sustainably, we are fully committed to growing our people to make them the best that they can be. We embrace differences and strive to create a truly inclusive work culture, based on trust and respect for all. A place where everyone can be themselves and bring their whole selves to work along with their unique experiences, background, and expertise. We strive to empower our people to focus on their wellbeing, by providing a range of resources that will enable them to flourish both in and outside of the workplace. Our ambition is to maintain sustainable, meaningful, and collaborative working environments so that our people understand how they contribute to our vision and overall mission, they can be healthy at work and bring the best version of themselves to our vibrant UK Branch community. We are an equal opportunities recruiter. Should you require any additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or health condition, or if you require any support or assistance due to any individual characteristics you may have, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the Talent Acquisition Team who will work with you to consider any adjustments, or support, which we can reasonably make or provide.

About Us:

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For over 40 years Rabobank UK has been serving and supporting the UK's Food and Agribusiness (F&A) sector with tailored solutions, in-depth market knowledge, and its broad global network.


Located in the heart of the city of London, we are a leader in Food & Agribusiness (F&A) banking with a growing position in the Energy and Energy Transition sector. We estimate that through our existing client relationships, we touch 85% of all food sold in the UK.


With a unique, knowledge-driven, and customer-focused strategy supported by unrivalled financial strength, Rabobank UK is in a singular position to deliver value in the form of sophisticated and often individually tailored financial products and services for its customers. Clients in F&A, financial services and other financial sectors can rely on Rabobank as their trusted partner, with the confidence that Rabobank-designed financial solutions and advice are supported by top-quality research, a commitment to building long-term relationships and a unique insight into the customer's tactical and strategic priorities.

Application Process:

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Deadline for application: 27th October 2025 (due to high volume of applications this advert may close prior to the posted close date). Applications via LinkedIn message or email will not be reviewed; please apply via the link.


For more information please contact the London Talent Acquisition team on fm.uk.london.recruitment@rabobank.com

https://www.linkedin.com/company/rabobankeuropeafrica