Senior Network Architect — Global, Hybrid, Automation

Morningstar; Madrid; On-site; EUR 47,000 - 65,667; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Global collaboration

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Morningstar seeks an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our global 3rd‑line network team in Madrid. You will lead design, implementation, and delivery of network solutions for global projects, and drive automation initiatives to improve efficiency, scalability and resilience.

You will ensure the security, stability and operational integrity of voice and data networks, acting as escalation point and contributing to architectural decisions while collaborating with colleagues across EMEA

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on Cisco IOS/NX-OS administration in enterprise networks.
• 5+ years of Cisco Firepower and Palo Alto firewall experience.
• Strong routing, QoS, VoIP, BGP and EIGRP knowledge.
• Familiarity with Cisco DNA Centre, SFMC, VPNs and WAN design.
• Experience with network automation, F5, VMware, Windows AD/Exchange is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, and delivery of network solutions for global projects.
• Drive automation and modernization to improve efficiency, scalability, and resilience.
• Ensure security, stability, and operational integrity of global networks.
• Serve as escalation point for complex incidents and influence architecture decisions.
• Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation and knowledge resources.
• Participate in incident response and on-call rotations, including out-of-hours support.

Skills

Networking fundamentals

Team collaboration

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

Cisco IOS/NX-OS

Cisco Firepower

Palo Alto Firewall

DNA Center

SFMC

VPN Solutions

F5 Global Traffic Manager

VMware

Active Directory

Exchange

Job description

Join a dynamic team of developers, network architects, and IT experts who thrive on innovation and collaboration. We embrace Agile methodologies and cutting-edge technologies to build secure, scalable solutions that empower millions of investors worldwide. Our culture values creativity, continuous learning, and flexibility.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our global 3rd‑line network team, based in our Madrid office. This is a high‑impact, project‑oriented role where you will tackle complex technical challenges, lead key network initiatives, and collaborate closely with colleagues across EMEA and the wider global technology organisation. You will play an active role in shaping network architecture and strategy within a large‑scale enterprise environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the design, implementation, and delivery of network solutions for global projects.
• Drive automation and modernisation initiatives to improve network efficiency, scalability, and resilience.
• Ensure the security, stability, and operational integrity of global voice and data networks.
• Act as an escalation point for complex network incidents and contribute to architectural decision‑making.
• Create and maintain high‑quality technical documentation and knowledge resources.
• Participate in incident response and on‑call rotations, including occasional out‑of‑hours support.

Requirements

• 5 years+ of hands‑on Cisco IOS and NX‑OS administration experience, supporting medium to large‑scale enterprise network environments spanning datacenters and a multi‑office EMEA footprint.
• Minimum of five years’ experience administering Cisco Firepower and Palo Alto firewall platforms.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including routing protocols, QoS, VoIP, BGP, and EIGRP.
• Proven familiarity with Cisco DNA Centre, Cisco Secure Firewall Management Centre (SFMC), Cisco VPN solutions, WAN design and optimisation technologies, and relevant security standards.
• Experience with network automation, F5 local and global traffic management solutions, VMware virtualised environments, enterprise storage technologies, and Microsoft technologies (Windows networking, Active Directory, Exchange) is highly desirable.
• CCNP and/or ITIL Foundation certification preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment, with strong organisational skills, flexibility, and the ability to lead and manage multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Excellent time‑management skills, with the ability to balance high‑quality delivery against competing operational priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an emphasis on clear documentation and effective stakeholder engagement.

Morningstar values thoughtful engineering, strong technical standards, and collaboration across a global organisation.

Base Salary Compensation Range

EUR 47,000.00-65,666.66

12.5% Annual

We expect the compensation and target bonus for this role to fall within the stated range. The specific compensation offered will depend on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors.

Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.

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