Senior Networking Engineer

Overview: 

The Network Engineer is a critical technical role responsible for the implementation & management of our customer networks, firewalls, VPNs, circuits & network security. Alongside a team of Network Engineers, you will lead on the deployment of new networks, their ongoing maintenance, and optimisation of performance for efficiency and reliability. Whilst collaborating closely with Cloud & Infrastructure, End User & Security teams, the primary focus remains on the efficient, scalable setup and management of customer networks, paying particular attention to security, availability & capacity; swiftly responding to, and resolving, any network issues to minimise downtime. You will be pivotal to building, securing, & maintaining robust network infrastructures, crucial for maintaining high operational uptime and aligning with the overall IT strategies of our customers.  

Core Responsibilities:

·      Work closely with the Technical Architect (Networks) and Pre-Sales to understand technical designs & implement solutions.

·      Work closely with Engineers in different disciplines (i.e. End User, Cloud & Infrastructure, and Security) to be certain that customer solutions sit well within their holistic technical landscape. 

·      Produce high quality pre-installation and post-installation documentation.

·      Work closely with Project Managers to ensure high quality solutions are delivered on time and on budget. 

·      Ensure customer networks are onboarded effectively with thorough documentation of their network, and that they have robust monitoring threshold and alerting set, along with update/patch schedules. 

·      Fault diagnosis & resolution when escalated from 1st or 2nd Line teams.

·      Proactive problem management across our customers driving stability & efficiency within their infrastructure.

·      Knowledge transfer to 1st & 2nd Line teams, ensuring we continue our internal development through upskilling.

·      Produce technical reports for the Network & UC Manager as required 

·      Attend customer sites where necessary.

·      Any other duties reasonably required by your line manager.

Requirements

·      Professional certifications in networking such as CCNA, CCNP, or Meraki CMNA/CMNO, or Fortinet NSE are highly desirable.

·      Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering, with specific expertise in Meraki, Cisco, and Fortinet products.

·      Proven experience in managing complex networks in a multi-vendor environment.

·      Strong understanding of network protocols (e.g., IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, 802.11, QoS).

·      Solid experience with network security practices, VPNs, and firewall configuration and management.

·      Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to resolve issues efficiently.

·      Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

·      Strong communication and documentation skills.

·      An ethos for scalability to reduce overheads through standardised, streamlined technology.

Employee Benefits (2026)

• 27 days annual leave
• Your birthday off work
• Annual pay reviews
• Hybrid/flexible working (3 days office/2 days home)
• Enhanced sick pay benefit (4 months full pay)
• Enhanced maternity leave benefit (4 months full pay)
• Enhanced paternity leave benefit (2 weeks full pay)
• Salary Sacrifice pension scheme match funded by the company up to 7%
• Salary sacrifice schemes - Cycle to Work, Tech & Home Scheme and Electric Car Lease Scheme
• A clearly defined training and progression plan
• Perkbox membership and Costco card
• Fresh fruit, soft drinks and a commercial coffee machine provided