Network Engineer

Hamilton Barnes ?; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based technology solutions provider is seeking a Graduate Network Engineer in Manchester. This role offers a unique opportunity for recent graduates to develop their careers in a supportive environment, with exposure to advanced networking technologies and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Hands-on learning and development support

Certification pathways (e.g. CCNA, JNCIA, NSE)

Flexible and inclusive culture

Regular mentoring and knowledge-sharing

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in Computer Science, IT, Networking, or related discipline.
• Passionate about technology and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support and deploy enterprise-grade networking solutions.
• Receive structured onboarding and mentorship.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Computer Science

IT

Networking

Job description

A leading UK-based technology solutions provider is looking to welcome a Graduate Network Engineer to its Manchester team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated graduate to join a high-performing organisation delivering secure, scalable, and intelligent network infrastructure for some of the most recognisable businesses in the UK.

Location: Manchester (Hybrid working available)

About the Company

This organisation has built a reputation as a trusted partner in delivering critical network, security, and unified communications solutions. With a customer-first mindset and deep expertise across connectivity, voice, cloud, and managed services, the company supports enterprise clients in transforming their digital infrastructure.

They pride themselves on being agile, people-focused, and technically sharp—combining the scale to handle complex deployments with the flexibility to adapt quickly to changing client needs. As a recognised partner of global technology vendors, the company is deeply committed to innovation and employee development.

The Opportunity

The Graduate Network Engineer will join a collaborative technical team supporting and deploying enterprise-grade networking solutions. From day one, graduates will receive structured onboarding, mentorship, and hands-on exposure to technologies such as Cisco, Fortinet, SD-WAN, and more.

This is more than just a first job—it’s a long-term career development pathway within a company that values growth, learning, and technical excellence.

What the Company Offers

• Exposure to a wide range of technologies and environments
• Hands-on learning and development support, including certification pathways (e.g. CCNA, JNCIA, NSE)
• A hybrid working model with a flexible and inclusive culture
• Regular mentoring and knowledge-sharing with experienced engineers
• Opportunities to progress into senior engineering, architecture, or pre-sales roles

The ideal candidate will be:

• A recent graduate (or soon-to-be) in Computer Science, IT, Networking, or a related discipline
• Passionate about technology, with a particular interest in networking and infrastructure
• Eager to learn and grow within a technically demanding but supportive environment
• A clear communicator with strong problem-solving skills
• Familiar with basic networking concepts (e.g. TCP/IP, routing protocols, firewalls) – desirable but not essential

Graduates who are ready to take their first step into the professional world of networking and want to work in a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation are encouraged to apply!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology and Engineering

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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