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Summary
Location
Birmingham, London, Reading, Slough
Job Family
Digital & Technology
Job Type
Full Time
Posted Date
05-Aug-2025
Ref #
68617
We have 4 new roles for IP Design Engineers to join our Core Engineering team. You will report into the Senior IP Services Design Manager, covering primarily network design support for end-user services.
This is a very experienced level role with design responsibilities across a diverse range of both large scale and medium scale projects, supporting delivery of fixed-line and mobile services, private cloud, hybrid cloud, IT, WiFi and Enterprise projects.
The role holder will support projects across a wide range of IP/MPLS networking, switching, and routing, involving mobile telecoms networks and applications and virtualisation of these applications into Cloud infrastructures.
Key responsibilities
* Produce designs that align across complex IP network domains, such as LAN, WAN, SP, R&S and Cloud Technologies
* Assist and work with Specialist IP Designers to feed into complex design activities on large scale, multi-team projects
* Production of designs (HLD, LLD) to support project requirements
Who we are
The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.
Diverse, high performing teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions.
Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.
Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all
Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.
The must haves
* Service Provider MPLS and DC routing and switching:
* Complex network design and implementation focused on redundancy and highly available networks
* Strong understanding of the OSI model layer and TCP/IP stack, with advanced network troubleshooting
* In-depth knowledge of BGP, MPLS, service provider and enterprise routing protocols
* L2 and L3 network design, operations, and troubleshooting
* Strong familiarity with major network vendors, such as Cisco, Juniper, F5 and Fortinet
* Strong knowledge of SNMP, NTP, TACACS+, SYSLOG and other standard network protocols
* Service Provider routing and/or Security certifications to at least the level of CCNP/JNCPIP/F5-CTP
The other stuff we are looking for
* Automation e.g. YANG, Openconfig, NETCONF, RESTCONF, Ansible, Python
What's in it for you
Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.
Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.
Next steps
to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include a technical and competency based interview.
When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you’re offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed.
Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries
Telecommunications
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