It Development Engineer

Perth, SCT, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

LOCATION:


Carpenter House, Carpenter Street, Perth, PH1 5GB


SALARY:


33,261 - 36,508 per year


CONTRACT TYPE:


Temporary


POSITION TYPE:


Full Time


HOURS:


36 hours per week


WORK FROM HOME:


Hybrid



We currently have the following opportunity:



IT Development Engineer, 2 Posts (Fixed Term until 31 December 2027) - PKC13344

33,261 - 36,508

Carpenter House, Perth


IT Development Engineer - 2 Posts





We are seeking motivated and talented individuals to join our IT Service team as IT Development Engineers.


Two vacancies are available:




Infrastructure Support

- Networking and Telephony

Security & Access

- Identity, Access, and Platforms

This is a unique chance to accelerate your career in a dynamic and supportive environment. Over a structured development period of up to two years, you will receive training, mentorship, and hands-on experience from seasoned IT professionals and trusted external partners. Our goal is to help you build expertise in key ICT areas and strengthen your technical foundation for long-term success in the IT field.


What These Positions Offer




Professional Growth

- Gain in-demand technical skills and practical experience.

Personal Development

- Work alongside experts who will guide and support your journey.

Enhanced Career Prospects

- Develop capabilities that open doors to a wide range of IT roles.

Applicants should indicate their preferred role:


Infrastructure Support

- Networking and Telephony

Security & Access

- Identity, Access, and Platforms

If you're ready to take the next step in your IT career, we want to hear from you.

Skills & Experience Required and About the Posts


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What You'll Bring




Qualified or Experienced

: You must hold an HNC or equivalent in a relevant field, or you have practical IT experience with a strong willingness to continue learning and developing your skills.

Security-Aware

: You understand security principles and compliance requirements and are committed to applying them appropriately in your work.

Clear Communicator

: Able to explain ideas and issues clearly to both technical and non-technical colleagues.

Organised and Proactive

: Capable of managing tasks, planning effectively, and working independently while seeking support when needed.

Team-Focused and Professional

: Work well with others, contribute positively to team goals, and engage with stakeholders respectfully and confidently.

Curious and Adaptable

: Open to learning new technologies and approaches, and keen to support innovation and continuous improvement across the organisation.

A valid UK driving licence would be advantageous, as the role may involve travel across Perth and Kinross.


Post 1 - Infrastructure Support (Networking and Telephony)





As a Development Engineer in Infrastructure Support, you'll work alongside experienced professionals to build your skills in networking and telephony while contributing to the delivery of essential IT services across the organisation.


Learn to provide technical support for voice and data networks, including LAN/WAN, wireless, and telephony systems. Assist with implementing and maintaining secure, resilient, and scalable network services. Support key infrastructure projects such as WAN upgrades, wireless enhancements, and telephony strategy delivery. Help monitor and optimise network performance and ensure compliance with security standards. Contribute to managing network hardware and software lifecycles, including switches, routers, and load balancers. Participate in strategic initiatives such as SD-WAN and cloud connectivity, while supporting incident recovery and root cause analysis.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop practical networking and telephony skills, gain exposure to enterprise-level infrastructure, and build a strong foundation for your future career in IT engineering.


Post 2 - Security & Access (Identity, Access, and Platforms)





As a Development Engineer in Security and Access, you'll gain hands-on experience while learning from experienced professionals. Your role will focus on supporting critical IT services and building your skills in identity and access management.


Learn to support identity and access platforms such as Microsoft 365, Security Service Edge, and domain services. Assist with implementing and maintaining access controls for cloud and on-premises systems. Contribute to identity lifecycle processes including provisioning, deprovisioning, and role-based access. Support infrastructure changes and incident recovery alongside experienced engineers. Help maintain accurate configuration and asset data for IT Asset Management and risk mitigation. Participate in governance activities, including monitoring access rights and contributing to security initiatives.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your expertise in identity and access management, gain hands-on experience with enterprise-level security platforms, and build a strong foundation in access control, compliance, and governance within modern IT environments.

Working at Perth & Kinross Council


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Our

values and behaviours

influence our work and support us in the delivery of our key priorities. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our

values and behaviours

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4305923
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Full Time
  • Job Location
    Perth, SCT, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned