Senior Network Engineer
Data Careers Ltd
Lichfield, United Kingdom
2 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Experience level
Senior Compensation
£ 70KJob location
Remote
Lichfield, United Kingdom
Tech stack
Border Gateway Protocol
Catalyst
Complex Networks
Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Python
NetFlow
Network Architecture
Network Monitoring
Routing
Open Shortest Path First
Paessler Router Traffic Grapher
Remote Access Technology
Wireshark
Wide Area Networks
Network Routers
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Firewalls (Computer Science)
Cisco networks
Job description
- Design, implement, and document network infrastructure including LAN, WAN, wireless, and security
- Configure and support routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and associated technologies
- Provide technical escalation and mentoring to junior engineers
- Conduct network assessments and capacity planning
- Troubleshoot complex issues and ensure minimal disruption
- Work closely with internal teams and external suppliers to deliver successful projects
- Participate in occasional out-of-hours work and on-call (typically every 6-8 weeks)
Technologies:
- Support
- LAN
- Network
- Python
- Security
- VPN
- Cisco, We are looking to recruit a Senior Network Engineer for a leading technology consultancy. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working on complex network solutions, takes ownership of delivery, and wants to continue developing their skills across modern networking technologies. This is primarily an office-based role, with some home working flexibility at our head office in Worcester. In this position, youll play a leading role in designing and delivering enterprise-level network solutions across a range of customer environments, ensuring that our designs meet customer requirements and industry best practices. You will also act as an escalation point for the service team, support proof-of-concept designs, and contribute to technical discussions with both customers and internal stakeholders.
Requirements
- CCNP level knowledge (or equivalent experience)
- Strong routing and switching experience (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, QoS)
- Hands-on experience with firewalls and VPN technologies
- Wireless experience (Catalyst and/or Meraki desirable)
- Confident troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences
- Full UK driving license
- Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g. PRTG, Wireshark, NetFlow)
- Exposure to automation or scripting (Python, etc.) would be beneficial