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:
- Managing procurement, shipping, and inventory of equipment, cabling, and parts
- Installing and configuring server OS in a PXE environment 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
- Experience with a variety of server and network hardware (e.g., Dell, Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Ciena, Corning, Ortronics)
- Ability to design, deploy, test, and troubleshoot copper and fibre cabling
- Willingness to travel 2-4 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.
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Data Center Network Engineer employer: Quant Capital
At Quant Capital, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and innovative work environment that mirrors the culture of leading tech giants like Facebook and Google. Our London office fosters a collaborative atmosphere where employees are encouraged to think critically and make impactful decisions, while also providing ample opportunities for professional growth and mastery of cutting-edge technology in the trading operations space. With a focus on employee well-being and a commitment to excellence, we ensure that our team members are equipped with the tools and support they need to thrive in their roles.
