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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior IT Network Engineer - **Company:** Ocho People - **Location:** Belfast, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £45,000.0 - £65,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, Complex Networks, Network Architecture, Networking Basics, Network Functions Virtualization, Network Load Balancing, Routing, Network Administration, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Zero Trust Network Access, Software Vulnerability Management, Wide Area Networks, Computer Network Technologies, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Performance Monitor, Azure AKS, Terraform, Serverless Computing - **Published:** August 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5836260172 ## About the Role * 5+ years of experience in an infrastructure, network engineering, or cloud networking role * Strong hands-on expertise with Microsoft Azure networking, including hybrid connectivity and cloud security * Deep knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), SD-WAN, and network load balancing (F5 or equivalent) * Proven experience with Zero Trust networking principles and cybersecurity frameworks such as CIS or ISO27001 * Experience with IaC tools such as Terraform and Azure-native services (AKS, Azure Functions) * Solid understanding of ITIL processes; certification desirable * Right to work in the UK Desirable / Nice to Have: * Experience in a professional services or legal sector technology environment * Relevant networking or cloud certifications (e.g. CCNP, Azure Network Engineer Associate) * Exposure to scripting or automation for network management tasks ## Description This is a senior individual contributor role with genuine ownership and influence. Reporting to the IT Cloud and Platform Network Lead, you will take the lead on designing, implementing, and optimising the firm's network infrastructure across both on-premises and Azure environments. You will be the go-to expert for complex network challenges, setting the bar for security, performance, and scalability across the team. You will partner with developers, data engineers, product owners, and external vendors, with the credibility and technical depth to drive strategy as well as delivery. If you want to own the network function rather than just maintain it, this is the opportunity., * Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise-grade network infrastructure across on-premises and Azure cloud environments * Lead cloud architecture planning aligned to organisational strategy, with rigorous adherence to security, scalability, and performance frameworks including CIS and ISO27001 * Own and enhance cloud network security, including Zero Trust networking principles, cybersecurity tooling, and solution documentation * Drive vulnerability management and remediation programmes, ensuring systems are patched and risks are proactively mitigated * Configure, optimise, and troubleshoot advanced network technologies including BGP, OSPF, SD-WAN, and network load balancing solutions such as F5 * Provide senior technical escalation for complex network issues, including server edge connectivity, and maintain records within IT Service Management tooling * Implement and oversee proactive monitoring across infrastructure, ensuring reliability and availability through appropriate tooling and processes * Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to deliver infrastructure solutions, and ensure robust backup, configuration management, and BCDR protections * Lead automation and infrastructure-as-code initiatives using tools such as Terraform, Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS), and Azure Functions * Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the team's technical standards, documentation, and ways of working ## Related Videos - [Azure-Well Architected Framework - designing mission critical workloads in practice](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1529-azure-well-architected-framework-designing-mission-critical-workloads-in-practice) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Infrastructure as Code: The Developer's Secret Weapon](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1221-infrastructure-as-code-the-developer-s-secret-weapon) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Azure-Well Architected Framework - Cost Optimization in practice](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2100-azure-well-architected-framework-cost-optimization-in-practice) - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) ## Related Articles - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)