Data Center Engineer

Exponential-e; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Autonomy to manage time and workload

Social activities and events

Job summary

Exponential-e is recruiting for a hands-on data centre engineer to join a brand-new build near Newcastle upon Tyne. You will install, patch, configure, and troubleshoot servers, switches, firewalls, storage, and PDUs in customer and internal environments.

Role requires pass of SC/BPSS clearance and familiarity with datacentre hardware concepts. A UK driving licence and car are essential to access the site and support on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Must pass security checks including SC and BPSS clearance.
• Experience in working in a Managed Hosting/Public and/or Private Cloud Enterprise Data Centre Environment.
• Familiar with IT Hardware Concepts (RAID, SAN, x86 architecture, SCSI, FC, ethernet, iLO).
• Full UK Driving Licence and personal car essential for this position.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a brand-new data centre build - get involved from day one, not just BAU operations
• Hands-on with critical infrastructure - install, patch, configure, and troubleshoot servers, switches, firewalls, storage, and PDUs in customer and internal environments
• Keep systems running 24/7 - manage LAN connectivity, structured cabling, power distribution, and resolve hardware faults in line with SLAs
• Own operational accuracy - maintain DCIM data, perform audits, track space, power, and cabling capacity, and support expansion planning
• Drive process and collaboration - work with teams, vendors, and managers to improve procedures, support change control, and uphold ISO/ITIL standards

Job description

Want to be part of a leading British-owned tech company? Established in 2002, we are achieving year on year revenue growth and reinvesting 95% of our profits back into our people and technology.

Your new role

• Be part of a brand-new data centre build - get involved from day one, not just BAU operations
• Hands-on with critical infrastructure - install, patch, configure, and troubleshoot servers, switches, firewalls, storage, and PDUs in customer and internal environments
• Keep systems running 24/7 - manage LAN connectivity, structured cabling, power distribution, and resolve hardware faults in line with SLAs
• Own operational accuracy - maintain DCIM data, perform audits, track space, power, and cabling capacity, and support expansion planning
• Drive process and collaboration - work with teams, vendors, and managers to improve procedures, support change control, and uphold ISO/ITIL standards

What you'll need to succeed

• You must be able to pass security checks for this job, including SC and BPSS clearance
• Previous and demonstrable experience in working in a Managed Hosting/Public and or Private Cloud Enterprise Data Centre Environment
• Familiar with IT Hardware Concepts (RAID, SAN, x86 architecture, SCSI, FC, ethernet, iLO)
• Full UK Driving License and personal car is essential for this position

What we offer

• Career progression opportunities into management or other engineering roles
• Autonomy and freedom to manage your own time and workload
• Vibrant company culture with a wide range of events and social activities throughout the year

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (must be located within 1 hour of site or willing to relocate)

Hours: Monday-Friday 9:0 am - 17:30pm + on call