Network Platform Engineer

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Network Platform Engineer to join their innovative Platform Services team. In this hybrid role, you will leverage cutting-edge network technologies to design and maintain robust network solutions, ensuring optimal performance and security for clients. The ideal candidate will possess strong engineering skills, hands-on troubleshooting abilities, and a passion for creating real client value. This opportunity allows you to influence vendor choices and engage in exciting projects, all while working in a culture that prioritizes ownership and collaboration. If you are ready to take your career to the next level, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Juniper and Cisco routers in service provider environments.
• Ability to create technical documentation and execute solution test plans.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and design the core network, including vendor selection and migration.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver solutions and support product development.

Skills

Network Design

Troubleshooting

Technical Documentation

Connectivity Solutions

Vendor Troubleshooting

Education

CCNP Certification

JNCIS Certification

NSE4 Certification

Tools

Juniper Routers

Cisco Switches

SD-WAN

MPLS

BGP

Job description

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Salary: £60,000 – £65,000 per year (DOE) + bonus

Location: Hybrid (2/3 days per week in London)

Company & role

A leading IT solutions provider specialising in Cloud, Security, and Network solutions.

As a Network Platform Engineer, you will join the Platform Services team, playing a crucial role in designing, engineering, and maintaining the company’s network solutions and products for customers.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Work with cutting-edge network technologies and influence vendor and product choices
• Combine engineering expertise with hands-on troubleshooting and final-tier support
• Thrive in a company culture focused on ownership, passion, and creating real client value

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse and design the refreshed core network, including vendor selection, lab testing, and migration
• Consolidate and upgrade legacy network support systems
• Configure, operate, and manage capacity across the core network
• Drive platform-wide changes, such as feature rollouts or software upgrades
• Collaborate with internal teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions
• Serve as a subject matter expert, supporting product development, supplier evaluation, and customer-facing engagements

Ideal Experience

• CCNP, JNCIS, NSE4 certification or equivalent-level hands-on experience
• Strong background working with Juniper and Cisco routers and switches in a service provider environment
• Proven ability to create technical documentation and execute solution test plans
• Solid grasp of connectivity and security solutions (SD-WAN, firewalls, LAN/Wi-Fi), MPLS, ISP, OSPF, and BGP
• Bonus points for experience in vendor troubleshooting, datacentre operations, automation, and commercial awareness