Senior Lead Network Engineer - EMEA

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; City Of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm is seeking a Senior Lead Network Engineer to drive innovation and lead strategic initiatives in network architecture. The role includes leveraging expertise in software-defined networks and cloud technologies, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with risk and security standards. Competitive compensation and a commitment to diversity and inclusion are offered in this dynamic position based in London.

Qualifications

• Expertise in deploying software defined networks and SD-WAN.
• Experience with BGP WAN and 802.1x technologies.
• Ability to operate in and migrate across public and private clouds.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex data and systems using deep technical expertise.
• Mitigate risk and architect solutions for technology modernization.
• Lead engineering initiatives aligning with business requirements.

Skills

Full stack network design and deployment experience

Expert-level knowledge in infrastructure engineering areas

Proficiency in network infrastructure technology and programming languages

Deep technical knowledge across multiple domains

Knowledge of cloud infrastructure and technologies

Tools

Python

Ansible

Cisco

Arista

Juniper

Fortinet

Forescout

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Job Description

Join a world-renowned organization where your expertise in network engineering makes a direct and meaningful impact. As a Senior Lead Network Engineer, you'll collaborate with top performers, drive innovation, and help shape the future of our global infrastructure. We offer you the opportunity to lead strategic programs, work with cutting-edge technologies, and contribute to a culture of diversity, inclusion, and excellence. Your skills and leadership will help us deliver secure, reliable, and modern network solutions.

As a Senior Lead Network Engineer in the Infrastructure Platforms Networks organization, you will leverage your deep expertise to design, implement, and manage complex network architectures. You will lead strategic initiatives across multiple network platforms and technologies, driving operational excellence and innovation. Your role will involve integrating software and applications to optimize network performance, advising junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with risk and security standards. You will play a key part in shaping our technology processes and advancing our global infrastructure.

Job Responsibilities

• Apply deep technical expertise and problem-solving methodologies to analyze complex data and systems
• Anticipate issues, mitigate risk, and architect solutions to modernize technology processes
• Lead infrastructure engineering initiatives in alignment with business requirements
• Drive results and implement multiple complex programs
• Provide thought leadership within the product line
• Execute work according to compliance, risk, security, and business objectives
• Advise on upstream and downstream technical implications and mitigation actions
• Mentor junior engineers and technologists
• Foster a team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Full stack network design and deployment experience
• Expert-level knowledge in infrastructure engineering areas such as software defined networks, zero touch provisioning, SD-WAN, fabric switching, Wi-Fi, and network security
• Proficiency in network infrastructure technology and programming languages (e.g., Python, Ansible)
• Deep technical knowledge across multiple domains
• Knowledge of cloud infrastructure and multiple cloud technologies, with ability to operate in and migrate across public and private clouds

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience with wired/wireless LAN, BGP WAN, SD-WAN, and 802.1x technologies from vendors including Cisco, Arista, Juniper, Fortinet, and Forescout
• Self-directed with strong initiative and efficient workload management
• Ability to inspire confidence, command respect, and influence others effectively
• Clear communication, decisiveness, poise under pressure, authenticity, and credibility in professional settings

About Us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

About the Team

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.