Network Engineer - Nights

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


  • Location: Manchester, England
  • Salary: Up to £40000.00 per annum + + 30% shift allowance
  • Type: Contract
  • Recruiter: context recruitment
  • Posted: 21-Oct-2025
  • Posted on: careers4a.com