Senior Network Designer

BT Group; Belfast; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in the UK seeks a professional to lead the technical delivery of transformational network projects for major Public Sector accounts. You will align network strategies with business goals, design customized solutions, and support various ICT elements. Ideal candidates have strong expertise in complex network delivery and are CCIE Data Centre certified or pursuing certification. This role offers flexibility and is open to diverse applicants.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in complex network delivery for major customers.
• Ability to assess customer needs and design tailored solutions.
• Deep understanding across all layers of network architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery of network projects for UK Public Sector.
• Align network strategies with business goals using standardized methodologies.
• Support pre-sales, planning, and deployment across ICT infrastructure.

Skills

CCIE Data Centre certification or working towards

Complex network delivery experience

Tailored network solutions design

Expert in WAN, LAN, and WLAN design

High-quality technical designs

Job description

Overview

What you’ll be doing Lead the technical delivery of transformational network projects for major UK Public Sector accounts. Align customer network strategies with their business goals using standardized methodologies. Design and implement tailored network solutions in collaboration with Practice Managers, Technical Leads, and other engineers. Support pre-sales, planning, and deployment across diverse ICT infrastructure elements, including security, WAN optimization, and load balancing. Provide expert consultancy and resolve technical issues using recognized tools and innovative approaches to deliver robust network designs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of transformational network projects for major UK Public Sector accounts.
• Align customer network strategies with their business goals using standardized methodologies.
• Design and implement tailored network solutions in collaboration with Practice Managers, Technical Leads, and other engineers.
• Support pre-sales, planning, and deployment across diverse ICT infrastructure elements, including security, WAN optimization, and load balancing.
• Provide expert consultancy and resolve technical issues using recognized tools and innovative approaches to deliver robust network designs.

Skills / Qualifications

• CCIE Data Centre certified or working toward certification, with strong experience in complex network delivery for major customers.
• Proven ability to assess customer needs and design tailored solutions for both standard and non-standard network requirements.
• Expert in WAN, LAN, and WLAN design, with a deep technical understanding across all layers of network architecture.
• Skilled in creating high-quality technical designs, customer-facing proposals, and detailed cost models.
• Experienced in leading network transformation initiatives, clearly communicating complex concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

About BT

With over 175 years of heritage, BT is now the flagship business brand of BT Group. We’ve brought together our best people and capabilities into a B2B powerhouse serving 1.2 million business customers internationally. We’re a global leader for secure connectivity and collaboration platforms for businesses of all shapes and sizes, from big household names and government departments, right through to sole traders and new start-ups. We value diversity and inclusion and believe in making a positive impact. We connect for good by championing digital inclusion and equipping people, businesses, and communities with digital skills to thrive. As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that celebrates difference, fosters innovation and provides you with opportunities to be your best. With millions of businesses relying on us daily, joining BT means you can be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that makes a significant impact to society.

A FEW POINTS TO NOTE: Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch. We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us.

DON'T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT? Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.