Network Engineer

EDGE GROUP; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Network Engineer to support and manage network operations. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a similar field, with at least 3 years of experience in network support, combined with strong knowledge of networking protocols and equipment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting network issues, providing 24/7 support, and ensuring network compliance with security measures. Competitive salary and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in enterprise network operations or support.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP), and switching.
• Relevant certifications (CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent).
• Experience in multi-vendor environments (Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet).
• Knowledge of data center or cloud networking concepts.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Engineering team to execute QA cycles.
• Provide ongoing support to clients in a 24/7 model.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot network equipment.
• Implement network security measures and maintain compliance.
• Support upgrades and ongoing maintenance activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Tools

TCP/IP

VLANs

Routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP)

Firewall administration

VPN technologies

Job description

Network Engineer Jobs in Abu Dhabi, UAE

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Engineering team to execute QA cycles and support UAT activities for our network products.
• Provide ongoing support to our clients, including around-the-clock availability as part of a 24/7 support model.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot routers, switches, firewalls, and related networking equipment.
• Implement product-specific network security measures and maintain compliance with standards.
• Support upgrades, patching, and ongoing maintenance activities.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of product deployments, QA/UAT results, incidents, and support activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and knowledge sharing.

Education and Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in enterprise network operations or support.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP), and switching.
• Experience with firewall administration, VPN technologies, and secure networking practices.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools and troubleshooting methodologies.
• Relevant certifications (CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent).
• Experience in multi-vendor environments (Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, etc.).
• Prior exposure to QA/UAT support in networking or product validation.
• Knowledge of data center or cloud networking concepts.

Key Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and documentation skills.