Job Description

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Description

The Senior Network Engineer is a key member of the Network Infrastructure team, ensuring efficient, productive and high quality network services and availability amongst Pulsant's multiple UK data-centres.

This role will provide subject matter technical expertise to external clients & internal team members, primarily assisting them with networking incidents, requests and problems or change requests.#

Key responsibilities:

Network Design and Planning:

Analyse network requirements and ensure sufficient capacity. Select appropriate hardware and software components. (Cisco ASR Routers/RP/Line Cards/Juniper MX Routers/Switches) Develop and document network architectures Work on automating network processes with other business units.

Implementation and Configuration:

Configure and manage core network devices (routers, switches, firewalls) following change control. Implement and test network protocols/capacity (e.g., TCP/IP, routing protocols). Ensure network security configurations are compliant.

Troubleshooting and Optimisation:Identify and resolve network performance issues and bottlenecks through case management in within SLA. Assist/Supervise Escalations for other team members. Monitor network performance/security and identify areas for improvement. Optimize network configurations for efficiency and reliability and security. Provide post incident support and reporting.

Maintenance and Support:

Provide ongoing support and maintenance for the core network infrastructure. Ensure network devices are up-to-date with the latest software and firmware. Document/Develop network processes and procedures. Provide supervision and guidance for core network engineers CVE analysis/testing/mitigation planning in conjunction with Cyber team.
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What / who we're looking for:

Experience / technical skills:An experienced Network Engineer, with technical skills and experience as follows: Experience configuring/developing/managing network monitoring and performance analysis tools. Strong understanding of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP,MPLS,OSPF,EVPN/VXLAN/VRF/L3VPN). In depth experience with core network devices (e.g., Cisco ASR9XXX, Juniper MX204, Juniper QFX5XXX). Knowledge of network security principles. Relevant industry certifications such as CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE-SP

Soft Skills:Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team to deadlines. Ability to mentor and support other members of the team.


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Pulsant offers:

A supportive work environment

with a focus on career growth, development, work life balance and well-being.

A friendly, family-like atmosphere

where almost half of the team have been with Pulsant for 5+ years.

Benefits

include 5% pension, private healthcare, cycle to work scheme, free breakfast and snacks, Udemy licence and more.

To hear more about working at Pulsant check out:

pulsant.com/careers
linkedin.com/company/pulsant-limited/life/
Search @lifeatpulsant on LinkedIn and Instagram#

About Pulsant

Pulsant is a leading UK digital infrastructure provider, offering innovative edge infrastructure solutions through our PlatformEdge. With 14 strategically located data centres and a dedicated team of over 300 professionals (with an average tenure of 7 years), we support 1000+ clients services across the UK with cloud, connectivity, and compute services.

Equal opportunity employer statement:

At Pulsant, we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and has a strong sense of belonging. We want all individuals to feel respected, heard, and empowered to contribute and succeed. If there is any way we can support you--such as providing reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process--please note this in your application, or reach out to us by email: careers@pulsant.com