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# Data Center Engineer - Quant Trading

- **Company:** Quant Capital
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** £100,000.0 - £200,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** System Configuration, Data Centers, Linux, Networking Basics
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2918639066-2

## About the Role

projectsKnowledge of networking fundamentals, including switching, routing, and Layer 2/3 troubleshootingLinuxExperience with a variety of server and network hardwareAbility to design, deploy, test, and troubleshoot copper and fibre cablingWillingness to travel 3-4 weeks per year and work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekendsThis 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.

## Description

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 practicesManaging procurement, shipping, and inventory of equipment, cabling, and partsInstalling and configuring server OS with Linux being required for network deploymentInstalling, cabling, configuring, and troubleshooting various network and server equipmentEnsuring the highest standards of security, organisation, documentation, safety, and cleanliness in all data centre operationsData 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 managementA self-starter mindset with strong initiative and problem-solving skillsStrong communicationAbility to troubleshoot dark fibre connectivityExperience managing


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