Network Engineer

Network Engineer

• Key Responsibilities:
• Architect, deploy, and scale resilient network infrastructure across global data centres and multiple cloud providers.
• Automate provisioning, configuration and operations pipelines for on-premises networks.
• Deliver innovative solutions that enhance network performance, security, and scalability.
• Collaborate on and execute seamless migrations from on-prem to cloud environments.
• Maintain uptime, performance and capacity standards for hybrid networking environments.
• Drive efficiency through automation and standardised deployment processes.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, procedures and policies.
• Partner closely with DevOps teams to ensure smooth deployments and rapid issue resolution.
• Provide out-of-hours support as part of a rotational schedule.

Must-Have Experience & Skills:

• Expert knowledge of TCP/IP and deep troubleshooting experience across IP protocols.
• Strong proficiency in BGP (public and private AS scenarios), with hands-on experience in traffic engineering using BGP attributes.
• Practical expertise with key networking hardware, including:
• Arista switches
• Juniper MX routers and SRX firewalls
• Palo Alto
• Cisco Nexus 9k and IOS / IOS-XE platforms
• Proven experience in managing complex hybrid environments involving cloud and physical infrastructure.
• Familiarity with core networking protocols and technologies such as EVPN VXLAN, Spine & Leaf topologies, HSRP/VRRP, PIMv2, IGMP, LDP, VPNs, and NetFlow.
• Strong automation skills using Terraform, Ansible, and CI/CD pipelines with Git.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in a similar role within hybrid or cloud-first environments.
• Solid understanding of networking on GCP, AWS, Azure and OCI.
• Excellent communication skills, able to clearly articulate ideas, lead initiatives and collaborate effectively.
• Certifications: CCNP, JNCIP, PCNE (GCP), or equivalent vendor certifications.
• Experience with Kubernetes, Docker and container networking.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
• Exposure to deep packet inspection, keyword filtering, and security best practices.
• Hands-on knowledge of time-series databases (e.g., InfluxDB) or analytics engines (e.g., Elasticsearch).