Network Engineer - Nights

context recruitment; Manchester; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in the UK is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to support a major data centre transformation. This fully remote role involves night shifts and requires strong expertise in Cisco technologies and large-scale network operations. The successful candidate will oversee network consolidation, configure Cisco devices, and monitor performance during overnight hours. The position offers a base salary of £40,000 plus a 30% shift allowance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Network Engineer in large-scale environments.
• Strong expertise in Cisco technologies (iOS, NX-OS, ASA, Meraki).
• Solid understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), VLANs, and VPNs.
• Experience with physical network migrations and data centre operations.
• Comfortable working autonomously during night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead network consolidation and optimisation across enterprise data centres.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Monitor network performance and resolve issues during night shifts.
• Collaborate with remote teams to ensure minimal disruption.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to operational best practices.

Skills

Cisco technologies

BGP

OSPF

EIGRP

VLANs

VPNs

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Job description

Network Engineer - Night Shifts

Remote

12-Month Fixed Term Contract

£40,000 + 30% Shift Allowance

A leading organisation is undertaking a major data centre transformation and is seeking an experienced Network Engineer with strong Cisco expertise to support a critical infrastructure consolidation programme. This role is offered on a 12-month fixed term basis and will operate fully remotely during night shifts.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will play a key role in consolidating physical network infrastructure across multiple data centres. This is a hands-on technical position requiring deep knowledge of Cisco networking technologies and the ability to work independently during overnight operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead network consolidation and optimisation across enterprise data centres
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls
• Monitor network performance and resolve issues during night shifts
• Collaborate with remote teams to ensure seamless transitions and minimal disruption
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to operational best practices

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience as a Network Engineer in large-scale environments
• Strong expertise in Cisco technologies (iOS, NX-OS, ASA, Meraki)
• Solid understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), VLANs, and VPNs
• Experience with physical network migrations and data centre operations
• Comfortable working autonomously during night shifts
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Additional Information

• Fully remote role
• Night shift schedule: 7:00pm - 7:00am, 4 on / 4 off
• £40,000 base salary plus 30% shift allowance