Datacenter Engineer

Holt Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Datacenter Engineer involves supporting build and maintenance of innovative lab environments in a hybrid role. Applicants who possess strong Linux and Windows administration skills, along with networking and virtualization experience, are encouraged to apply for this role that contributes to advanced infrastructure supporting global mobility and satellite communications.

Qualifications

• Experience in enterprise datacenter environments essential.
• Hands-on ability to work with hardware and cabling in labs.
• Scripting experience (Python, JavaScript) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure servers, switches, routers, and cabling.
• Administer Linux and Windows systems.
• Implement monitoring and security protocols.

Skills

Linux system administration

Windows system administration

Networking protocols

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Technical degree in Engineering, Computing, Networking

Certifications (Linux+, Network+, Cisco, Juniper, AWS)

Tools

VMware

KVM

Git

Jenkins

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.

Youll 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 Were 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.