Data Centre Engineer (Linux Networking Automation) London to £100k
Do you have a strong knowledge of Data Centre best practices, cabling and vendor management?
You could be progressing your career and earning significant bonuses at a leading quantitative trading firm.
As a Data Centre Engineer you'll collaborate with a multi-disciplined team to design plans for new equipment deployments using data centre best practices. You'll coordinate logistical tasks across locations, including procurement, shipping, moving and keeping inventory of equipment, cabling and parts, install and configure server OS (Linux) in a PXE environment, install, cable, configure and troubleshoot different types of network and server equipment and ensure that all data centres uphold the highest standards in terms of security, organisation, documentation, safety, cleanliness and supply management.
Location:
With fantastic offices based in the City, you will be part of a flat structured and open company that offer a great working environment, there's also flexibility to work from home one day a week.
About you:
1. You have strong experience of working in data centre environments with a strong understanding of data centre best practices, cabling methodology and vendor management
2. You have a strong knowledge of networking fundamentals; including how to switch and route protocols and troubleshoot Layer 2 and 3 connectivity issues
3. You have experience of deploying a variety of server and network hardware (e.g., Dell, Cisco, Arista, Ciena, Corning, Ortronics products)
4. You have experience of designing, deploying, testing and troubleshooting both copper and fibre cabling
5. You have strong Linux OS experience including scripting with bash or Python for automation
6. You're proactive and have great communication skills
What's in it for you:
As Data Centre Engineer you will receive a competitive salary plus benefits package:
7. Salary to £100k
8. Pension, Income Protection and Life Assurance
9. Private medical care and access to GP appointments
10. Employee Assistance Programme
11. Enhanced maternity / paternity packages
12. Emergency childcare provision and childcare vouchers
13. Wellness benefits such as free onsite gym, Virgin Active membership, weekly yoga classes
14. Training and book budget