Systems Engineer I – Infrastructure

Booker | Technology Infrastructure

At Booker, we’re building secure, reliable technology that helps our colleagues serve customers better every day. We believe great things happen when everyone feels welcome, supported and able to be themselves at work.

As a Systems Engineer I in the Booker Technology Infrastructure team, you’ll play an important part in strengthening the security of our core IT systems and supporting the evolution of our technology security framework.

You’ll work closely with a Systems Engineer II and collaborate with a mix of internal colleagues and trusted third‑party partners. Together, you’ll help protect our platforms by using industry‑leading security tools and delivering security‑focused improvement projects.

This role offers a balance of hands‑on engineering and structured delivery. You’ll contribute to onboarding SaaS systems into our SSO identity platform, supporting new teams, third parties and systems onto our PAM solution, and keeping our infrastructure diagrams, asset inventory and security evidence up to date ahead of regular assessments.

You’ll also help maintain service level reporting, including Disaster Recovery and Total Loss Recovery testing, and build strong relationships with stakeholders to identify and embed continuous improvements.

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Operations & maintenance

Help ensure systems in your scope are secure, resilient, well‑maintained and performing at their best

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Security & compliance

Support implementation of security standards, protect data, and maintain the integrity of our platforms

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Project delivery

Assist with planning, managing and delivering infrastructure upgrades and new implementations

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Incident & change management

Support effective problem resolution, minimise disruption, and follow clear, standardised change processes

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Due diligence

Work within agreed budgets while keeping aligned to Booker’s business priorities

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Documentation & reporting

Maintain clear, accurate documentation and contribute to Total Loss Recovery evidence packs and reporting

We’re looking for someone who’s curious, collaborative and motivated to build secure, dependable infrastructure.

• A good understanding of infrastructure and security technologies; experience with Windows Server, Linux, Active Directory, SSO Identity, PAM, VMware or Zscaler Internet/Private Access is beneficial, but not essential
• A strong interest in security, resilience and service stability
• Clear communication skills, with the ability to work positively with stakeholders, suppliers and teammates
• An organised approach, with awareness of governance, project delivery and working within budgets
• A calm, thoughtful mindset when solving problems
• The ability to balance longer‑term thinking with practical, hands‑on delivery
• A proactive approach to prioritising work, managing dependencies and measuring outcomes
• A genuine desire to get the right things delivered, with a focus on learning, improvement and results

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, as well as six support centre locations across the UK.

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we’re a place where Everyone’s Welcome.

We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.

We’re proud that Booker is a Disability Confident Committed employer and we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support you can expect, please contact recruitment@bookergroup.com

Please note

We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles.

On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview.

*Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco*

For more information about us please visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk