Infrastructure Engineer | Inter IKEA Technology Services AB

Are you a technical mastermind with a passion for driving change and innovation in the enterprise world? Do you thrive on the challenge of finding creative solutions to complex problems and enjoy being a role model for others? If so, this Infrastructure Engineer position at IKEA may be the perfect fit for you!

As an Infrastructure Engineer, you'll be leading the charge in developing and delivering our core infrastructure strategy and platforms using Microsoft Technology. Through your expertise, you can make a real impact by introducing new technologies that deliver business value and continuously improving our existing platforms.

In this role you will gain a deep understanding of the IKEA value chain and by using your hands-on experience and enterprise mindset, you will create the conditions for efficient development that help us reach our targets. Your excellent communication skills will come in handy as you clearly convey the possibilities and limitations of various technologies based on your experience. Plus, with your IKEA-level problem-solving skills, you'll be able to "flatpack" any challenges that come your way!

The purpose of the Infrastructure Engineer role is to lead the development and delivery of the core infrastructure strategy, platforms, and act as a role model for others. This will be achieved by “leading by holding together” meaning togetherness throughout the value chain. Delivering business value by new technologies and continuously develop the existing platforms is the normal for us.

We're looking for someone with a strong drive to make things happen and the energy and curiosity to lead complex matters in a global context. If this sounds like you, we can't wait to see what you can bring to the table!

Everyone’s skills are different, but here are some of the technical skills that could help you to be successful in this role;

· Significant knowledge of infrastructure products and platforms both on-prem and cloud.

· In depth experience of automating infrastructure by code or scripting e.g., PowerShell, Nod.js, C#, C++

· Vast experience of Windows Operating system, Active Directory, Azure Active Directory.

· Good knowledge of Azure Cloud Services

· Excellent understanding of IAM

This is a full time role (40 hours per week) based in Älmhult or Malmö, Sweden reporting to the Product Area Manager for Core Infrastructure.

You are very welcome to add a covering letter to your application.

This role can be based in Malmö or Älmhult, Sweden. The role is full time and hybrid. At IKEA we see the power of being physically together for collaboration, dialogues and conversations. We believe in the power of human interactions; the informal chats, the energy, belonging and creativity generated by people being in the same place. Our approach is that we spend time in the IKEA workplace with flexibility to work from home.

You see things a little differently. So do we. Leadership at IKEA is simple, clear and humble. We’re not fans of bureaucracy and complicated hierarchy. We believe that what you value is more important than what your CV says. Come see things a little differently with us.

We are now establishing a new IKEA Shared Data & Technology organization as part of developing our digital capabilities. This organization will be built up together with existing co-workers, recruitments and establishing and developing partnerships over the coming years. It is now an opportunity to join us and be part of and leading this development journey. 

Together, we create a workplace where everyone feels free to be themselves – to experiment, try new ways, and dare to ask, “What if…?” We believe in everyday personal growth and offer the opportunity to develop your career globally.

2023-01-27 is the closing date to apply for this role. On this occasion we are not able to support with relocation.