Platform Engineer

LA International; Winchester; On-site; GBP 103,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

LA International is seeking a Network/Platform (Design & Build) Engineer to design, develop, implement, and configure cloud-based network solutions. The role is based on-site in Hursley and focuses on delivering high- and low-level designs and deploying VNFs in a complex environment.

You will work with agile teams, perform testing and troubleshooting across the lifecycle, and contribute to platform optimisation.

Qualifications

• Experience in network platform design and build activities.
• Experience with deploying and supporting cloud network solutions.
• Familiar with VNFs and telecom infrastructure platforms.
• Proficiency with ALM/ASM/NOI tools and related technologies.
• Strong understanding of network architecture and operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain High-Level Designs (HLDs) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs).
• Design, build, implement, and configure network cloud solutions.
• Deploy and integrate Virtual Network Functions (VNFs) from multiple Network Equipment Providers (NEPs).
• Support the configuration and administration of ALM and Automation Service Manager (ASM) platforms.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams to ensure successful delivery of network infrastructure solutions.
• Perform testing, validation, and troubleshooting activities throughout the development lifecycle.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and platform optimisation.

Skills

Network design

Cloud networking

VNF deployment

Virtualised environments

Network architecture

Telecom infrastructure

Tools

ALM

ASM

NOI

PI

Spirent

Job description

Job title: Network/Platform (Design & Build) Engineer

Contract Length: 12 Months

Location: Hursley (5 Days Onsite per Week)

Day Rate: £560 - £615 per day

Clearance: Active SC or Eligible

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Network/Platform (Design & Build) Engineer to support the design, development, implementation, and configuration of cloud-based network solutions. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering network platform capabilities, producing high and low-level designs, and deploying virtual network functions within a complex technical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain High-Level Designs (HLDs) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs).
• Design, build, implement, and configure network cloud solutions.
• Deploy and integrate Virtual Network Functions (VNFs) from multiple Network Equipment Providers (NEPs).
• Support the configuration and administration of Agile Lifecycle Manager (ALM) and Automation Service Manager (ASM) platforms.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams to ensure successful delivery of network infrastructure solutions.
• Perform testing, validation, and troubleshooting activities throughout the development lifecycle.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and platform optimisation.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience in network platform design and build activities.
• Proven expertise in the development, deployment, and support of network cloud solutions.
• Experience with:
  • ALM (Agile Lifecycle Manager)
  • ASM (Automation Service Manager)
  • NOI (Netcool Operations Insight)
  • PI
  • Spirent
  • Other associated tools and technologies relevant to network cloud and virtualised environments.
• Experience working with virtual network functions (VNFs) and telecommunications/network infrastructure platforms.
• Strong understanding of network architecture, implementation, and operational best practices.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile programme, working onsite in Hursley as part of a specialist engineering team delivering critical network platform capabilities.

Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks.

LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply.

If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.