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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - **Company:** Talent Ltd - **Location:** Belfast, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Complex Networks, Monitoring of Systems, Network Security, Network Configuration and Change Management, Network Architecture, Network Load Balancing, Network Monitoring, Network Administration, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Zero Trust Network Access, SAP Sales and Distribution, Software Vulnerability Management, Wide Area Networks, Cloud Platform System, Computer Network Technologies, Information Technology, Terraform, Serverless Computing - **Published:** September 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2842880819-network-engineer ## About the Role * Several years' experience working within a Network Engineering, Network Infrastructure or similar technical role. * Strong hands-on networking experience across technologies including BGP, OSPF, SD-WAN and network load balancing. * Experience working across both on-premise and cloud environments. * Exposure to Microsoft Azure networking and cloud infrastructure. * Strong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex connectivity issues. * Good understanding of network security and infrastructure best practices. * Experience with monitoring tools and proactive network management. * Exposure to automation or Infrastructure as Code would be advantageous. * Knowledge of technologies such as Terraform, AKS or Azure Functions would be beneficial but is not essential. * Understanding of ITIL processes and experience working within an IT Service Management environment. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. * A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to work independently as well as part of a wider team. ## Description As an IT Network Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining and improving network infrastructure across both on-premise and cloud environments. 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