Network Engineer (inc. Data Centre Operations)
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Job Description
This Network Engineer role focuses on deploying and maintaining the university's campus network and data centre infrastructure, including thousands of devices and multiple data centres. Key responsibilities involve leading operational activities in the data centres, providing technical guidance, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. Essential requirements include a strong understanding of network technology and data centre operations, project experience, and analytical skills, with a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience.
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Key Responsibilities
- Deploying and maintaining our campus-wide network and data centre infrastructure
- Working closely with other teams in IT Services and from across the wider University
- Developing and nurturing relationships with strategic external delivery partners
- Leading on the operational activities in our campus data centres
- Providing technical guidance and advice to colleagues and stakeholders.
- Maintaining accurate documentation, standards and operational processes.
Requirements
- We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic about delivering high quality, customer focussed network services whilst leading the operational activities in our data centres.
Benefits
- The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.
- We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.
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- York is one of the most successful universities in the UK.
- Human Resources University of York York YO10 5DD United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 1904 32 4835
- This is an opportunity to develop your networking career within a complex and intellectually stimulating environment.
- If you're looking for a role where you can learn, develop and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
- We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. #EqualityatYork
- As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum (essential) criteria for each position will be offered an interview. Read more about the University of York’s commitments under the Disability Confident scheme .
About This Position
When do applications close for this position?
Applications for Network Engineer (inc. Data Centre Operations) at University of York close on 15 October 2026. Make sure your application reaches the university's recruitment system before the deadline — late submissions are generally not accepted.
What does this position pay?
The advertised salary for this role is GBP 37,694 – 46,049. The final offer within the band depends on qualifications and experience, as set by University of York's enterprise agreement.
Where is this position based?
The position is based at University of York, in York, GB. Check the job description above for flexible or hybrid arrangements.
How do I apply for this job?
Click the Apply button on this page — it takes you to University of York's official application portal, where you submit your application directly to the university. Tenurify only aggregates the listing and never handles applications or charges candidates.
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