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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior WAN & ISP Engineer - **Company:** Mistral AI - **Location:** Paris, France - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Border Gateway Protocol, Cisco PIX, Network Congestion, Wavelength-Division Multiplexing, Data Centers, DDoS Mitigation, Networking Hardware, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Network Connections, Network Monitoring, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Ansible, Prometheus, TCP/IP, Wireshark, Grafana, Reliability of Systems, Data Center Networking, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, Firewall Services Module, Open Network Automation Platform - **Published:** July 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://fr.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=04cbc4061b4fda49 ## About the Role * 7+ years of experience in WAN, ISP connectivity, or external networking. * Deep expertise in BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and TCP/IP, including route filtering, path selection, and traffic engineering. * Hands-on experience with ISP peering (e.g., AMS-IX, DE-CIX, France-IX) and multi-homing architectures. * Proficiency in firewall management (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA, or similar). * Familiarity with fiber optics, DWDM, and carrier-grade networking hardware. * Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., Grafana, Prometheus, Wireshark, Smokeping, RIPE RIS). * Knowledge of network automation (Ansible, Python, or similar) is a plus. * Strong understanding of network security principles (DDoS mitigation, VPNs, access controls). * Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills for complex WAN/ISP issues. * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with cross-functional teams. * Strong communication and negotiation skills (English required; French is a plus). * Experience in vendor management, including contracts, SLAs, and escalations. ## Description As a Senior WAN & ISP Engineer, you will design, deploy, and optimize Mistral's external network connectivity, ensuring high-performance, reliable, and secure connections between our data centers and the global internet. 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