2907 IT & Software Developer jobs in the UK
Requirements
Must:
- 5+ years in data centre operations or infrastructure engineering
- Strong knowledge of commodity compute, storage, and networking hardware
- Advanced understanding of data centre best practices
- Experience producing and working to RAMS in critical environments
- Structured cabling expertise (Cat6/6a, OM3/OM4, fibre)
- Working knowledge of power distribution, PDUs, and load balancing
- Clean manual driving licence
- Valid passport
- Ability to pass BS7858 vetting
- Eligibility for UK SC clearance (5 years UK residency)
- Willingness to travel to UK and overseas sites
- Flexibility to work nights and weekends when required
- Methodical, accurate, and calm under pressure
- Clear communicator with engineers, customers, and stakeholders
- Takes ownership of on-site decisions and outcomes
- Able to prioritise workload across multiple activities
Responsibilities
- Lead and execute physical build, installation, relocation, and decommissioning of servers, storage, and network hardware
- Own rack layouts, structured cabling, patching, labelling, and cable management standards
- Coordinate power, cooling, and space planning with facilities and design teams
- Oversee logistics, manual handling, and on-site hardware movements
- Produce and maintain RAMS for engineering activities
- Identify operational risks and implement mitigations
- Operate within formal Change Management processes, including CAB participation for data centre works
- Enforce health and safety standards on site
- Maintain accurate asset records and site documentation
- Support audits and compliance requirements including ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and PCI-DSS
- Work with project managers, architects, and third parties to deliver infrastructure projects
- Provide technical input for data centre migrations, expansions, and refresh cycles
Description
We are seeking a Principal Hardware Engineer for a senior hands-on role responsible for the physical delivery and lifecycle management of our infrastructure across data centres, build labs, and office environments. This role combines deep technical expertise with on-site leadership, risk ownership, and responsibility for engineering standards in critical environments. We offer a dynamic working environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to work with a skilled team dedicated to excellence.
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How many Hardware Developer jobs are in the UK?
Currently, there are 2907 Hardware openings.
Is the UK a good place for Hardware Developers?
The UK is one of the best countries to work as a Hardware Engineer. It has a vibrant startup community, growing tech hubs and, most important: lots of interesting jobs for people who work in tech.
Which companies are hiring for Hardware Developer jobs in the UK?
Mas & Pas Limited, Bluefruit Software Limited, Companies House, Lloyds Banking Group, FCDO Services, Accenture, COMPANIES HOUSE among others, are currently hiring for Hardware roles in the UK.
The company with most openings is Experis as they are hiring for 111 different Hardware Developer jobs in the UK. They are probably quite committed to find good Hardware Developers.
The company with most openings is Experis as they are hiring for 111 different Hardware Developer jobs in the UK. They are probably quite committed to find good Hardware Developers.