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# Datacomms Engineer

- **Company:** Optima Recruitment
- **Location:** Leatherhead, UK
- **Salary:** £32,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Bash Shell, VoIP, Complex Networks, Linux, Perl (Programming Language), Windows Servers, Network Installation Services, Routing, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Network Routers, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Cisco
- **Published:** October 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5918819906

## About the Role

* HNC/HND or degree in IT, Electronics, Computer Science, or relevant experience
 * Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, switching, and firewalls
 * Experience troubleshooting complex network issues
 * Experience with IT systems and/or satellite communications
 * Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
 * Proactive and flexible, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
 * DV security clearance, or the ability to obtain it
 * Desirable: Cisco or Microsoft qualifications
 * Desirable: Linux or Windows Server experience
 * Desirable: VoIP/Asterisk experience
 * Desirable: Perl or Bash scripting
 * Desirable: Project delivery experience
 * Desirable: Hardware/software integration experience

## Description

* Install, configure, and test customer networks and equipment
 * Diagnose and resolve complex technical faults
 * Support customer projects and network deployments
 * Configure and maintain routers, switches, and firewalls
 * Produce and maintain technical documentation
 * Assist with product and technology testing
 * Attend customer sites for surveys, installations, and technical support
 * Provide technical support to customers and internal teams

Technologies:

 * Asterisk
 * Bash
 * Cisco
 * Hardware
 * Support
 * Linux
 * Network
 * Perl
 * Security
 * TCP/IP
 * Windows
 * Firewall