What we are looking for:
We are seeking a talented and experienced Network Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and managing Network-based solutions while ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of the network.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and implement cloud networking architectures, considering scalability, performance, security, and cost optimization.
* Configure and manage virtual networks, subnets, routing tables, gateways, and other networking components in a cloud environment.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, system administrators, and security professionals, to ensure seamless integration of networking infrastructure with cloud applications and services.
* Implement network security measures, such as firewalls, access control lists (ACLs), and virtual private networks (VPNs), to protect cloud resources from unauthorized access and data breaches.
* Monitor network performance, analyse traffic patterns, and optimize network configurations to ensure high availability and low latency for cloud-based applications.
* Troubleshoot network connectivity issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and disruptions.
* Develop and maintain documentation, including network diagrams, configuration guides, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for cloud network infrastructure.
* Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in cloud networking, and evaluate their potential impact on the organization's infrastructure.
* Collaborate with cloud service providers and vendors to evaluate, implement, and integrate new networking technologies and services.
* Participate in capacity planning activities to ensure the cloud network infrastructure can accommodate future growth and increasing workload demand.
* Strong people skills, with the ability to develop strong working relationships.
* Proficient in understanding Network Architecture, the frameworks and principles on which networks, systems, equipment, and resources are based, both on-premises and cloud-based.
* Advise and work with less experienced colleagues in all aspects of current and correct operational practice and delegate responsibility for conducting specific tasks to individuals as appropriate.
Essential
* Experience with Meraki SD WAN, Meraki Wireless, Cisco ACI Networks, Palo Alto firewalls, VPN Global protect, and Legacy Cisco switch and WLC.
* Deep understanding of networking principles, protocols, and technologies, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, VLANs, and routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF).
* Proficiency in cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure, and familiarity with their networking services (e.g., Amazon VPC, Azure Virtual Network).
* Strong proficiency in network configuration and management tools, such as Cisco ACI, Cisco Meraki, Palo Alto, etc.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex network issues in a distributed cloud environment.
* Knowledge of network security concepts and best practices, including firewall configuration, access control, and encryption protocols.
* Familiarity with software-defined networking (SDN) and network virtualization technologies.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
* Relevant certifications, such as CCNA, CCNP, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, or equivalent, are a plus.
Desirable
* Experience with Microsoft Team Telephony with Direct Routing SBC.
* Degree educated in Computer Science related field or equivalent experience.
* Experience working with Nutanix HCI, and Cloudflare services.
* Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop strong working relationships.
* Experience working in cross-functional product teams and employing an agile mindset and principles.
* Experience working in an ISO27001 environment.
* Experience with other cloud platforms like AWS or Google Cloud Platform (GCP), along with the ability to compare different cloud services and architectures.
Work Environment:
* As a place-based organisation, we expect all staff to spend some time working in the office. For this this role the postholder is expected to spend 2 days per week working in our offices in London on a flexible basis.
People Management Responsibilities:
* There are no line management responsibilities.
Relationships:
* This post reports to the Network Team Lead
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