Low Latency Network Engineer - 6 Month Contract (Scope for extension)

Hamilton Barnes; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Low Latency Network Engineer for a 6-month contract, pivotal in managing their global network infrastructure. In this hands-on role, you will enhance performance, reliability, and scalability, and lead critical network initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams in Central London.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain a low-latency, global network infrastructure.
• Provide high-level support and proactive monitoring of mission-critical systems.
• Take ownership of network improvement projects from design through to deployment.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure security, resilience, and efficiency.

Skills

Cisco Networking

Arista Networking

Fortinet Firewall

Palo Alto Firewall

BGP

OSPF

Multicast Routing Protocols

Linux Systems

Performance and Security Drive

Job description

Low Latency Network Engineer - 6 Month Contract (Scope for extension)

You'll play a pivotal role in managing and advancing their global network infrastructure. This is a hands-on position where you'll ensure performance, reliability, and scalability while leading critical network initiatives.

Key Details:

Rate: Up to GBP575 Per day - Inside IR35
Duration: 6 months (Scope for extension)
Location: Central London - 4-5 days per week on site

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and maintain a low-latency, global network infrastructure
• Provide high-level support and proactive monitoring of mission-critical systems
• Take ownership of network improvement projects from design through to deployment
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure security, resilience, and efficiency
• Multi-cast
• Projects and Support

What You'll Bring:

• Proven experience with Cisco and Arista networking environments
• Proficiency with Fortinet or Palo Alto Firewall technologies
• Expert-level knowledge of BGP, OSPF, and Multicast routing protocols
• Solid understanding of Linux-based systems
• A strong drive for performance, uptime, and security

Low Latency Network Engineer - 6 Month Contract (Scope for extension)