Data Center Engineer (Junior)
3 days ago
City of London
Junior Data Center Engineer Location: Canary Wharf, London Employment: Permanent Salary: £40,000-£55,000 Shifts: Mon-Fri Days & Night with on call duties every other weekend Summary The Data Center Technician will handle the setup, maintenance, and support of servers and network infrastructure within a data center environment. This position involves hardware installation, structured cabling, inventory tracking, and managing the logistics of incoming and outgoing equipment. Key Responsibilities • Install and secure servers, storage units, and network switches according to established procedures., • Manage copper and fiber cabling with precision and organization., • Conduct regular inventory checks, update asset databases, and resolve any discrepancies., • Oversee shipping and receiving operations, ensuring accurate labeling, packaging, and documentation., • Work closely with operations, security, and facilities teams to maintain smooth workflows., • Troubleshoot hardware and cabling issues, escalating complex problems to senior staff. Required Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications such as A+ or BICSI Installer I are advantageous., • Minimum of one year of practical experience in a data center or comparable IT environment., • Ability to safely handle heavy equipment and perform tasks at height., • Familiarity with logistics, shipping processes, and inventory management systems., • Comfortable working in varied temperature environments and on rotating shifts. Technical Skills • Knowledge of structured cabling standards for Cat6/Cat6a, single-mode, and multi-mode fiber., • Experience using cable testers, crimping tools, and rack installation equipment., • Basic understanding of server hardware, including RAID setups, blade servers, and rack PDUs., • Experience with asset management software and barcode scanning., • Awareness of ESD procedures, safety practices, and personal protective equipment requirements. Desirable • Inventory management, • JIRA ticketing systems, • Linex operating systems, • Fiber & Copper Cabling, • Hardware Breakfix, • Based within 90 minutes of site, • Able to lift equipment Personal Attributes • Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills., • Effective verbal and written communication for team collaboration., • Ability to follow procedures accurately and document work meticulously., • Flexible, positive, and team-oriented approach., • Strong time management skills to handle competing priorities efficiently. Benefits • Will provide continuous training to all engineers, • Competitive salary with potential overtime pay for shift work, • 20-25 days paid annual leave, • Pension or retirement contribution plan, • Health and dental insurance or access to private medical care, • Shift allowance for nights, weekends, or rotational shifts, • Training and certification support (A+, BICSI, Cisco, etc.), • Career progression opportunities within IT and data center operations, • Employee wellness programs or gym membership contributions, • Travel allowance or reimbursement for commuting to multiple sites, • Company-provided PPE and safety equipment