Network Engineer - Night Shifts
Remote
12-Month Fixed Term Contract
£40,000 + 30% Shift Allowance
A leading organisation is undertaking a major data centre transformation and is seeking an experienced Network Engineer with strong Cisco expertise to support a critical infrastructure consolidation programme. This role is offered on a 12-month fixed term basis and will operate fully remotely during night shifts.
Role Overview
The successful candidate will play a key role in consolidating physical network infrastructure across multiple data centres. This is a hands-on technical position requiring deep knowledge of Cisco networking technologies and the ability to work independently during overnight operations.
Key Responsibilities
Lead network consolidation and optimisation across enterprise data centres
Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls
Monitor network performance and resolve issues during night shifts
Collaborate with remote teams to ensure seamless transitions and minimal disruption
Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to operational best practices
Candidate Profile
Proven experience as a Network Engineer in large-scale environments
Strong expertise in Cisco technologies (e.g. IOS, NX-OS, ASA, Meraki)
Solid understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), VLANs, and VPNs
Experience with physical network migrations and data centre operations
Comfortable working autonomously during night shifts
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
Additional Information
Fully remote role
Night shift schedule: 7:00pm - 7:00am, 4 on / 4 off
£40,000 base salary plus 30% shift allowance
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- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Job Type:
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FullTime
- Category:
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Engineering