Datacenter Engineer

Holt Executive Ltd; Bishop's Stortford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Datacenter Engineer to support the build and maintenance of advanced lab environments. The position involves hands-on work with hardware, virtualization, and network systems, assisting various technical teams to enhance mobility and communications infrastructure. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in system administration and the ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid setting.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting enterprise datacenter environments.
• Hands-on ability to run and terminate cables in a lab environment.
• Experience with automation and containerization tools.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure hardware (servers, switches, routers).
• Maintain virtualized environments and implement network security protocols.
• Troubleshoot technical issues, providing support to teams and customers.

Skills

Linux system administration

Windows system administration

Networking protocols

Troubleshooting

Automation

Education

Technical degree in Engineering, Computing, Networking, or similar

Tools

VMware

KVM

Python

Git

Docker

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Datacenter Engineer to support the build, maintenance, and operational management of cutting-edge test and development lab environments. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in Linux and Windows system administration, networking, and virtualization, who enjoys working hands-on with hardware and infrastructure in a highly technical environment.

You’ll be part of a team delivering reliable, compliant, and operational labs that support developers, test teams, and external customers across mobility, satellite, and wireless communication sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install and configure hardware (servers, switches, routers, PDUs), rack and run cables
• Run, label, and dress cabling for interconnected systems
• Linux and Windows system administration, including patching and security
• Maintain virtualized environments (VMware, KVM, etc.)
• Implement network monitoring, management, and security protocols
• Create and maintain diagrams, documentation, and operational guides
• Troubleshoot technical issues, providing support to teams and customers
• Identify opportunities for automation and develop supporting scripts/tools

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience supporting enterprise datacenter environments
• Strong background in Linux and Windows system administration
• Knowledge of networking protocols, routing, ports, and firewalls
• Experience with virtualization platforms and supporting hardware (Dell/HP servers, NetApp storage, etc.)
• Hands-on ability to run and terminate cables in a lab environment
• Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across technical and geographically distributed teams

Desirable Skills:

• Technical degree in Engineering, Computing, Networking, or similar
• Certifications (Linux+, Network+, Cisco, Juniper, AWS)
• Satellite or wireless communications experience
• Familiarity with avionics systems and cabling standards
• Scripting experience (Python, JavaScript, REST)
• Experience with automation and containerization tools (Git, Jenkins, Puppet, Ansible, Docker)

This is a hybrid role with regular on-site work required and occasional international travel. An excellent opportunity to contribute to advanced infrastructure supporting global mobility and satellite communications.