Senior Network Designer (m/w/d) - Hosting

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading European digitalization partner in Berlin is seeking an experienced network engineer to design and optimize IP/MPLS core architectures and manage related projects. The successful candidate will work with network vendors and lead technical initiatives, requiring significant experience in IP/MPLS and strong documentation skills. Fluent English and German are essential. This position offers a competitive salary of €90,000 gross annually, alongside a 10% company bonus.

Leistungen

10% company bonus

Qualifikationen

• Significant hands-on experience in IP/MPLS network design and operations.
• Deep understanding of routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, MPLS.
• Strong documentation skills for network designs and project deliverables.

Aufgaben

• Design and optimize IP/MPLS core network architectures.
• Develop network designs and operational runbooks.
• Evaluate and manage network vendors to meet technical standards.

Kenntnisse

IP/MPLS network design

Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS)

Juniper Networks platforms

Project management

Vendor management

Fluent in German

Fluent in English

Tools

Juniper Networks

Cisco

Huawei

Nokia

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Are you ready to take your expertise to the next level? Join a leading European digitalization partner supporting small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) across 18 markets in Europe and North America, with services available worldwide. Serving approximately six million customers, the company offers a comprehensive Web Presence & Productivity portfolio, acting as a one-stop shop for digital transformation needs from domains and web hosting to website builders, DIY solutions, e-commerce platforms, and online marketing tools. Additionally, it provides robust Cloud Solutions for enterprises seeking to evolve and scale through cloud migration.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, feel free to reach out and apply today!

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimise IP/MPLS core network architectures, including routing, switching, and interconnects across multiple data centres.
• Develop high-level and low-level network designs, technical documentation, and operational runbooks.
• Evaluate, select, and manage network vendors and hardware suppliers, ensuring technical requirements and standards are met.
• Lead or support technical projects: upgrades, migrations, new site builds, and network expansions.
• Perform advanced network troubleshooting and root cause analysis of complex routing and performance issues.
• Work closely with project managers and stakeholders to define project scopes, timelines, and deliverables.
• Provide expert-level input into network standards, capacity planning, and security best practices.
• Mentor junior network engineers and act as a senior escalation point for critical issues.

Skills/Must have

• Significant hands-on experience in IP/MPLS network design and operations in a carrier, ISP, or large data centre environment.
• Deep understanding of routing protocols: BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VRF, and traffic engineering.
• Solid knowledge of Juniper Networks platforms (EX, QFX, MX, SRX); additional multi-vendor experience (Cisco, Huawei, Nokia) is a plus.
• Strong documentation skills for network designs, diagrams, and project deliverables.
• Experience working with external vendors, hardware suppliers, and contract negotiation (RFP/RFQ processes).
• Proven experience managing network-related projects from concept through delivery.
• Fluent in German and English (written and spoken).

Nice-to-Have

• Relevant certifications: JNCIP/JNCIE, CCNP/CCIE, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of network security principles and integration of firewalls and security appliances.
• Familiarity with SDN/NFV concepts in large-scale networks.

Benefits

• 10% company bonus

Salary

• €90,000 gross per year