A skilled Network Engineer is required to support high-performance network initiatives within a fast-paced financial services environment. This urgent contract opportunity focuses on automation-first network infrastructure design across hybrid cloud, data centres, and low-latency environments.You’ll join a highly capable team delivering strategic upgrades to core network services—leveraging automation, SDLC best practices, and infrastructure-as-code to drive scalable and secure architectures.The requirements are as follows:
* CCNP-certified with strong hands-on experience across enterprise networking
* Deep expertise in BGP and routing design, ideally supported by CCDP or equivalent
* Proficiency with Cisco IOS-XR, Cisco NX-OS, and/or Arista EOS
* Experience with WAN/OTN networks, and knowledge of Juniper and/or Nokia platforms
* Familiarity with network automation using Python and Ansible (Day-1/Day-2 operations)
* Understanding of CI/CD, SDLC workflows, and secure-by-design principles
* Exposure to low-latency or trading networks is highly desirable
* Experience in service provider environments is advantageous
This is a high-impact role supporting a critical infrastructure uplift across a global estate—offering exposure to advanced network technologies and performance-driven design. #J-18808-Ljbffr