Senior Network Engineer | Global Infrastructure & Automation

RMIT University Employees, Location, Alumni; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

RMIT University is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to lead the Global Networks Team in Melbourne, combining on-site leadership with hybrid work options. You will drive fault resolution, architect and optimizem network infrastructure, and mentor other engineers across the organisation.

The role requires extensive experience with Cisco/Aruba/Arista gear, advanced routing, cloud networking, and automation. You will partner with ITS leadership to align networking initiatives with the ICT plan and

Qualifications

• 7+ years leading, designing, deploying and optimising scalable Enterprise/Data Center solutions.
• Design, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure including LAN, WAN, wireless, security and cloud networks.
• Advanced proficiency with Routing and Switching technologies (BGP, OSPF, Spanning-tree, VPN).
• Experience with ACI Multisite/Multipod, NextGen DC, VXLAN, Nexus Dashboard.
• Proficiency in Cloud (AWS, Azure).
• Excellent communication, able to translate complex issues for executives.
• Experience with automation deployment projects and scripting (Ansible, Python, Bash, Terraform).
• Familiarity with CI/CD, DevOps, Kubernetes, YAML, Git, Linux CLI.
• Understanding of AI tools/use cases; knowledge of Aruba AOS8/AOS10 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead fault resolution and liaise with vendors for Network related issues.
• Coach and mentor engineers within the Global Networks Team.
• Provide thought leadership for network strategy and roadmaps.
• Collaborate with ITS CTO practice to align with Enterprise Architecture and ICT Plan.
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders across ITS and external parties.
• Design, monitor, and support LAN/WAN for reliable and secure transport.
• Troubleshoot network infrastructure problems and implement fixes.

Skills

Enterprise networking

LAN/WAN design

Routing & switching

Cloud networking

Automation & scripting

Communication

Documentation & reporting

DevOps & CI/CD

Kubernetes

AI awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

CCNP/CCIE (desirable)

Tools

Cisco

Aruba

Arista

Nexus

SolarWinds

Job description

RMIT University is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to lead the Global Networks Team in Melbourne, combining on-site leadership with hybrid work options. You will drive fault resolution, architect and optimizem network infrastructure, and mentor other engineers across the organisation.

The role requires extensive experience with Cisco/Aruba/Arista gear, advanced routing, cloud networking, and automation. You will partner with ITS leadership to align networking initiatives with the ICT plan and