Datacentre Network Lead

Datacentre Network Lead
Inside IR35 | Long-term Contract
50% Remote | UK & European Travel (Expensed)
IT Services Provider

We are seeking experienced Network Lead to join a major IT Services provider, supporting large-scale European data centre programmes. These roles will focus on networking design, with an emphasis on building point-to-point (P2P) maps, port connectivity, and cabling planning.

You'll act as a technical authority on network design, ensuring delivery plans are accurate, practical, and aligned with the broader data centre build.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and review network topologies for new builds and expansions
• Work with Bills of Materials (BOMs) to ensure accurate network planning
• Build P2P/port-to-port connectivity maps for cabling and network infrastructure
• Calculate cable lengths and plan cabling routes based on P2P maps
• Provide technical governance and input during planning and implementation
• Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and customer stakeholders
• Support senior discussions and design sign-off

Requirements:

• Strong background in network design for large-scale data centres
• Experience building and reading network topologies
• Skilled in P2P mapping and port-to-port connectivity planning
• Comfortable working with BOMs and calculating cable lengths
• Previous exposure to Infiniband or similar high-performance networking technologies is highly desirable

ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.