🚀 Principal Network Engineer – Cloud & On-Prem | Enterprise-Scale Tech Org
đź“Ť Location: Remote (UK/Ireland)
đź’Ľ Level: Senior/Lead
đź•“ Type: Full-time, Permanent
💸 Salary: £90,000 / €105,000 + Bonus
Ready to help build a future-proof Technical Operations (TechOps) function for a fast-scaling, tech-forward company? We’re looking for a hands-on, senior Network Engineer with deep expertise across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid infrastructure — and the leadership mindset to drive transformation across systems and networks at scale.
Why This Role Stands Out:
* Influence at Scale: You’ll shape the direction of a global enterprise’s technical infrastructure – both greenfield and legacy – as we modernise for scale, security, and resilience.
* Tech-First Culture: We value speed, outcomes, and smart autonomy. No red tape. No silos.
* Modern Stack, Complex Challenges: Hybrid multi-cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), Palo Alto firewalls, Juniper, VXLAN/EVPN, Terraform, Ansible, and more.
What You’ll Own:
* Lead network architecture, engineering, and operations across global hybrid environments
* Design and implement highly available, secure, and observable infrastructure
* Collaborate with DevOps, InfoSec, and Engineering to evolve systems and standards
* Lead complex change initiatives, ensure uptime (target: 5 9s), and drive tech upgrades
* Define and implement network strategy, capacity planning, DR, and automation
* Mentor and influence across senior technical stakeholders and cross-functional teams
What You’ll Bring:
* 10+ years enterprise-level systems/network engineering experience
* Expert-level hands-on skills with:
* Palo Alto (Firewalls, Panorama)
* Juniper (Switching/Routing, VXLAN/EVPN)
* OSPF/BGP, VPN, NAC/802.1x, RADIUS/LDAP
* Scripting & automation chops: Bash, Python, Ansible, Terraform
* Deep understanding of cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid infrastructure
* Strong documentation, collaboration, and troubleshooting mindset
* Experience with DR planning, monitoring tools, and infrastructure hardening
Nice to Have:
* Certifications like PCNSE, JNCIP, CCSP, ITIL
* Experience leading cross-team initiatives or as a systems architect
* Background in DevSecOps, SRE, or platform engineering environments
🧠You’ll thrive here if...
You’re proactive, comfortable with complexity, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want your work to directly impact business outcomes.
Diversity & Belonging
We’re committed to building a culture where everyone feels they belong – regardless of background, experience, or identity. If you’re curious and passionate about doing meaningful work in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you.
Get in touch for full information - submit your CV, or contact Carol Donnelly on carol@vivatechtalent.com