Data Centre Engineer – Linux, Networking, Colocation

Data Centre Engineer – HFT ColoQuant Capital is working with a high-performance trading firm looking to hire a Data Centre Engineer with strong Linux exposure to support critical infrastructure across London and EMEA sites.This is a hands-on role combining physical infrastructure, Linux-based provisioning and scripting. You’ll be working in live environments where uptime matters, supporting deployments, troubleshooting issues and improving how infrastructure is built and maintained.What you’ll be doing • Supporting buildout and maintenance of data centre and colocation environments • Deploying and configuring servers using Linux and PXE-based provisioning • Rack, stack and cable server and network hardware • Troubleshooting hardware, connectivity and OS-level issues • Writing scripts (Bash/Python) to automate deployment and operational tasks • Managing inventory, hardware logistics and site coordination • Working with internal teams and external providers to deliver infrastructure projects • Maintaining high standards across documentation, security and site operations • Supporting remote sites across EMEA when requiredWhat we’re looking for • Experience in a data centre, infrastructure or colocation environment • Strong Linux fundamentals and comfort working at the command line • Scripting ability (Bash or Python) for automation and tooling • Solid understanding of networking basics (switching, routing, L2/L3 troubleshooting) • Experience with fibre and copper cabling, installation and fault finding • Hands-on experience with enterprise hardware, including Cisco and Arista • Organised, proactive and able to work independently in fast-moving environments • Comfortable with occasional travel and out-of-hours workThis role suits someone who enjoys hands-on engineering, understands Linux properly, and wants to work in an environment where infrastructure is critical and standards are high.All applications are handled in strict confidence.

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