Job Description

Overview:

Reporting to the Head of Networks, the Core Network Architect is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of the network infrastructure. This role involves leading the network engineering team, managing their workload and priorities and ensuring the delivery of carrier-grade network solutions. The Core Network Architect will drive best practices in design, configuration, processes, and operational procedures, ensuring the network remains robust, scalable and compliant with architectural standards. Additionally, they will play a key role in enforcing adherence to the approved network design and maintaining high performance and reliability.

Hours/Working pattern -

40 hours

3 months rolling contract

Location:

At least one day a week at their offices in Droitwich and the remainder being remote.

Responsibilities -

Accountable for Network availability including:

Ensure stable and reliable network services Day-to-day network performance monitoring Network troubleshooting and fault analysis; hardware troubleshooting and repair Trouble ticket generation and response; carrier interface and escalations Deployment and maintenance of network monitoring, analysis and reporting tools Analysis of problems and effective fault diagnosis and system recovery Collaborative engagement with Network Operations and Architecture Teams

Network management tasks including:

Provide Network Support that includes operation and change management across all aspects of the network Application of configuration changes via our change control systems and processes Network design activity, including HLD, LLD documentation and subsequent implementation Installation of network hardware and software including onsite network locations Upgrades, patches, OS management and configuration tuning Representing the business via engagement with vendor and industry colleagues

Continuous improvement practices including:

Maintain, develop and implement new technology to improve and enhance services delivered Optimise network capacity and reliability Develop and maintain sound network security practices on all network equipment

General duties including:

Support and maintain the core, distribution and access networks Develop sustainable solutions to handle complex issues Work in collaboration with the network architects, network engineering and security teams Identify and resolve network problems Take care of the networking, routing and interconnectivity Roll out innovative ideas and programmes of works to help reduce network issues

Technical Skills -

Thorough understanding of the following protocols and technologies: IPv4 and IPv6, routing protocols (BGP and ISIS), MPLS, LDP and Segment Routing. BNG for IPoE and PPPoE, Zero Touch Provision, DHCP, radius. uRPF/BCP38. Competent with PON access, CGNat and building N+1 highly available solutions. Proficient in Python, Perl, Go or other scripting. Competent Linux skills.

Experience required:

Experience working within an ISP or carrier environment, a large NOC or network engineering team or other such company associated with internet network is essential.

Desirable: CCNP or equivalent vendor certification, or appropriate experience.

Job Types: Temporary, Freelance
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: 500.00-550.00 per day

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Do you have previous working experience of working in an ISP or Carrier environment?
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: NA - Jun 25