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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Platform Engineer - **Company:** Node4 Ltd - **Location:** Derby, UK - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Border Gateway Protocol, Data Centers, Ethernet, Monitoring of Systems, Multi-protocol Systems, Python (Programming Language), Network Architecture, Routing, Cisco Nexus Switches, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Ansible, SAP Sales and Distribution, Systems Integration, Scripting, Nx-os, Juniper, Fortinet, Cisco - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=93237a4f9e450d22 ## About the Role Technical Skills * 2-5 years of experience in a network engineering role within a service provider or enterprise environment. * Familiarity with MPLS, BGP, OSPF, Segment Routing (SR-MPLS), and EVPN technologies. * Experience working with data centre or PoP-based network infrastructure. * Exposure to Cisco ACI and Nexus Dashboard * Exposure to Juniper (MX, EX, SRX), Cisco NX-OS, or Fortinet platforms. * Exposure to scripting or automation (e.g., Ansible, Python) is a plus. Certifications (Preferred but Not Required) * Juniper JNCIA/JNCIS * Cisco CCNA/CCNP * Fortinet NSE 4 * Or equivalent experience and demonstrable skills Soft Skills & Attributes * Strong verbal and written communication skills. * Detail-oriented with a structured approach to problem solving. * Eager to learn and grow within a technical team environment. * Comfortable working under change-controlled processes (ITIL-aligned). * Reliable, motivated, and team-oriented. ## Description We are a leading Managed Service Provider (MSP), offering high-performance network solutions across colocation, cloud, Ethernet aggregation, and SD-WAN. Our infrastructure spans multiple UK data centres and includes a national MPLS core, built for resilience, scalability, and enterprise-grade availability. As a Network Platform Engineer, you will play a hands-on role in the delivery, maintenance, and support of our service provider platform, including MPLS core, data centre networking, and secure multi-tenant services. You'll work closely with senior engineers and architects to deliver projects, troubleshoot incidents, and implement changes across our core and edge environments. This is a technical role designed for a skilled and motivated network engineer ready to take ownership of key tasks and grow into greater responsibilities over time. You'll be supported in developing toward a senior engineering position., Platform & Infrastructure Support * Assist in maintaining and improving our MPLS/EVPN-based core and data centre network infrastructure. * Support Cisco ACI fabrics and Nexus Dashboard environments. * Support upgrades, migrations, and service deployments across core, distribution, and access layers. * Collaborate on the implementation of technical plans and infrastructure designs. * Contribute to accurate configuration and platform documentation. Operational Support * Respond to incidents, service requests, and BAU changes across the network platform. * Participate in an on-call rota and assist during major incidents under guidance from senior engineers. * Support hands-on work at data centres and PoP sites when required. * Help improve monitoring, automation, and general platform reliability. Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing * Engage in peer reviews and team-based problem solving. * Learn from and contribute to knowledge sharing sessions within the Infrastructure team. * Support standardisation and documentation efforts. 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