At a Glance
- Tasks: Design, build, and manage data centres while ensuring 24/7 data accessibility.
- Company: Join a leading global quantitative trading firm with a tech startup vibe.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic and supportive atmosphere.
- Why this job: Be part of an innovative team that values knowledge sharing and technical excellence.
- Qualifications: 4+ years in data centres, strong problem-solving skills, and Linux experience.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
Data Center Engineer – Quant Trading EUR 100,000-200,000 total Quant Capital is urgently looking for a Data Center Engineer to join our high-profile client.
Our client is a well-known global quantitative trading firm.
The company operates at the intersection of trading and finance.
This is an environment similar to that of a successful tech startup, where technology is the top priority.
The firm is recognised globally for its innovative culture, technical excellence, and collaborative ethos.
More importantly, you will be surrounded by smart individuals who are deeply interested in sharing their knowledge and learning from you.
We are looking for an experienced Data Center Engineer to help maintain our client’s data infrastructure, ensuring data is safe and accessible 24/7.
This is a hands-on role that will involve designing, building, scaling, and managing data centres and colocation facilities, as well as working closely with internal teams and external vendors.
The role requires collaboration with network, server, facilities engineering, market data, and trading teams, along with data centre operators, colocation providers, and hardware vendors.
Responsibilities include: Designing deployment plans for new equipment using data centre best practices Managing procurement, shipping, and inventory of equipment, cabling, and parts Installing and configuring server OS with Linux being required for network deployment Installing, cabling, configuring, and troubleshooting various network and server equipment Ensuring the highest standards of security, organisation, documentation, safety, and cleanliness in all data centre operations Data Center Engineers MUST have: Ideally 4+ years of experience in a data centre environment with a strong understanding of best practices, cabling methodology, and vendor management A self-starter mindset with strong initiative and problem-solving skills Strong communication Ability to troubleshoot dark fibre connectivity Experience managing projects Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including switching, routing, and Layer 2/3 troubleshooting Linux Experience with a variety of server and network hardware Ability to design, deploy, test, and troubleshoot copper and fibre cabling Willingness to travel 3-4 weeks per year and work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends This is a Data Centre Engineer plus role which has many aspects of networking, it’s a chance to work for an incredibly innovative and successful trading firm who treat their employees exceptionally well.
My client is based in London.
Data Center Engineer – Quant Trading employer: Quant Capital
Quant Capital is an excellent employer for those looking to thrive in the fintech sector, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. With substantial training and development opportunities, employees can enhance their skills while enjoying a flexible hybrid work model in the heart of London. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that values growth and cutting-edge technology.
