Senior IP Core Network Engineer | MPLS | BGP | Tier-1 Telco 1 1

Capgemini; Cremorne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Capgemini Engineering in Australia is seeking an experienced Senior IP Network Design Engineer to design, implement, and manage IP networks within the telecom sector. You will configure routers, switches, and firewalls, uphold security policies, and work with cross-functional teams to meet requirements.

You will play a key role in diagnosing issues, optimizing performance, and documenting configurations. A bachelor’s degree and Cisco certifications are highly valued for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/telecommunications/engineering.
• Cisco CCIE/CCNA/CCNP certifications valued.
• Strong IP protocol knowledge (OSPF, BGP) and telecom network design experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage IP telecom networks.
• Configure routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices.
• Implement and maintain network security policies (IDS/NAC).
• Troubleshoot network issues and optimize performance.
• Document configurations, procedures, and policies to industry standards.

Skills

IP network design

OSPF/BGP expertise

Network security policies

Troubleshooting network issues

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Cisco certifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Telecommunications/Engineering

Tools

Cisco IOS

Fortinet

F5

Checkpoint

EVPN-VXLAN

ACI

Job description

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s mostinnovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as theyprovide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days arethe same.

Your role

As an Senior IP Network Design Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing IP networks within the telecom domain. You’ll ensure secure, stable, and high-performing infrastructure by configuring network devices, troubleshooting issues, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet technical requirements.

You Will Play a Key Role In

• Planning, designing, and deploying IP networks in the telecom domain.
• Configuring and managing routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices.
• Implementing and maintaining network security policies, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and network access control (NAC).
• Troubleshooting network problems, diagnosing issues, and implementing solutions to ensure network stability and performance.
• Documenting network configurations, procedures, and policies, and ensuring adherence to industry standards.
• Creating and maintaining documentation for network configurations, procedures, and policies, aligned with industry standards.
• Strong understanding of IP protocols (including OSPF, BGP), networking concept and technologies.
• Tracking performance, identifying bottlenecks, and optimizing configurations.
• Conducting regular maintenance, upgrades, and patching to enhance system stability and security.
• Implementing safeguards to protect infrastructure and data from unauthorized access.
• Represent Capgemini to the client and provide technical leadership to remaining Network engineers on the client engagement

Your profile

• A bachelor’s degree or tertiary qualification in computer science, telecommunications, engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant industry certifications such as Cisco (CCIE, CCNA, CCNP) are highly valued.
• Strong understanding of IP protocols (including OSPF, BGP), networking concepts, and technologies.
• Experience designing and implementing telecom network architectures, primarily IP-based mobile core network. Re-designing and implementing network flows based on the project requirements.
• Familiarity with data center fabric technologies including ACI and EVPN-VXLAN.
• Design and configuration of telco grade firewalls and security policy management, preferably Fortinet, F5 and checkpoint firewalls.
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve network issues effectively.
• Understanding of network security principles and technologies.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.