Senior Network Engineer

• Lead the move from manual network management to automated infrastructure, driving best practice across the network estate.
• Design, build and implement automation solutions across enterprise LAN, WAN and datacentre environments.
• Develop and maintain automation using Python, Ansible and Terraform.
• Improve operational efficiency through automated provisioning, configuration management and monitoring.
• Manage and optimise centralised network management platforms, including Cisco Catalyst Center.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers and key stakeholders to deliver scalable, resilient network solutions.
• Mentor colleagues, encourage knowledge sharing and help embed modern engineering practices across the team.
• Support a highly available environment through participation in an on-call rota and operational support when required.

• Strong experience delivering network automation across enterprise infrastructure (non-cloud focused).
• Hands-on expertise with Python, Ansible and Terraform.
• Experience implementing or contributing to network automation transformation programmes.
• Knowledge of centralised network management and orchestration platforms, such as Cisco Catalyst Center.
• Strong understanding of enterprise networking, including routing, switching and network security.
• Experience developing reusable automation frameworks, templates and standards.
• CCNP certification or equivalent commercial experience.
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Eligible to obtain SC Security Clearance.

Package: Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits package, * The chance to lead meaningful automation initiatives within a large-scale enterprise environment.

• Work on technically challenging projects using modern networking and automation technologies.
• Join a collaborative, inclusive culture that values innovation, continuous learning and knowledge sharing.
• Matched pension contribution with life assurance.
• Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional leave.
• Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and Dental Insurance options.
• Employee discounts covering travel, retail, restaurants, entertainment and more.
• Paid volunteering opportunities to support charities and local communities.
• Long-term career development within a growing organisation tackling complex engineering challenges.

Ready to shape the future of enterprise networking? Join an organisation at the forefront of innovation, where you’ll play a pivotal role in transforming traditional network operations into a modern, automated environment. This is an opportunity to make a real impact while working on complex, large-scale infrastructure alongside highly skilled technical teams.