Data Center Network Technician, Slough, GND Deploy LHR

Network Deployment Technician

We are looking to hire a highly motivated, best-in-class Network Deployment Technician to join our growing team within networking scaling. The role involves delivering the hardware, configuration, and fiber connectivity of interdependent scaling projects across multiple data center locations. You will work closely with internal customers, external vendors, and Technical Program Managers to facilitate smooth project execution.

The ideal candidate is highly autonomous and detail oriented, with strong written and verbal communication skills and significant experience supporting large-scale, enterprise-class networks. You will be competent in installing and troubleshooting networking hardware, software, and fiber connectivity, using a proven project delivery methodology. This position works with minimal supervision to drive stability and sustainability of next-generation networks and to support the development of innovative approaches to automate and scale the network as it expands.

Network Deployment Technicians are expected to follow established best practices to refine operational procedures, develop new tooling, and proactively identify innovative ways to improve efficiency. The ability to succeed in an ambiguous, collaborative environment is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver hardware, configuration, and fiber connectivity for interdependent scaling projects across multiple data center locations.
• Rack, stack, and cable network hardware (including switches, routers, patch panels, and optical distribution frames) in accordance with approved designs and site-specific safety standards.
• Execute turn-up procedures per standard build templates, including device configuration.
• Perform firmware upgrades and configuration changes, and complete end-to-end connectivity validation.
• Interface with external vendors for equipment delivery, installation support, and warranty resolution.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including Design, Capacity Planning, and Operations.
• Maintain accurate deployment records, follow change management processes, and ensure compliance with data center safety standards and environmental guidelines.
• Perform pre- and post-deployment quality checks to enable zero-defect handover to operations teams.
• Identify risks and blockers and propose process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce rework.

Core Competencies

• Fiber optics and structured cabling
• Network hardware configuration
• Multi-site project delivery
• Vendor management
• Stakeholder communication
• Safety compliance
• Documentation excellence

Day in the Life

• This role supports data centers in various operational stages.
• Ability to travel to or commute between data center locations as needed.
• Willingness to temporarily work at alternative sites during training periods or until the assigned facility is operational.
• Travel frequency will vary based on business needs and operational status of the assigned facility.

Candidates must be able to travel (over 50 miles) or commute (less than 50 miles) to active data center sites as required by business needs.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or experience with computer hardware troubleshooting and repair
• Experience with networking fundamentals
• Knowledge of networking protocols, including HTTP(S), DNS, and TCP/IP
• Industry standard certification (CompTIA, CCENT, or Network+)

Preferred Qualifications

• High school or equivalent diploma
• Knowledge of network cabling, optic types, and test equipment
• 1+ year of experience in one of the following or similar technical or vocational roles: Computer Hardware Repair, Infrastructure Cabling, Network Deployment, Data Center Operations