Senior Network Engineer

Locke & Mccloud; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to enhance their dynamic team in London. This hybrid role involves designing and maintaining critical networking infrastructure, implementing automation solutions, and supporting enterprise-grade systems. You'll oversee Cisco ACI, develop network automation using Python and Ansible, and ensure robust security with Palo Alto firewalls. With opportunities for personal and professional growth, this position offers a generous benefits package, including a 10% bonus, private healthcare, and flexible working options. Join a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and fosters your career development.

Benefits

10% Bonus

Family Private Healthcare

Generous Pension Scheme

25 Days Annual Leave

Share Options

Flexible Working Options

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with Cisco routers, switches, and wireless infrastructure.
• Hands-on knowledge of F5 Big-IP and routing protocols like BGP and OSPF.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain Cisco ACI infrastructure and develop automation solutions.
• Engineer enterprise-grade network systems and configure Palo Alto firewalls.

Skills

Cisco Networking

Palo Alto Firewalls

Python

Ansible

Terraform

F5 Big-IP

BGP

OSPF

Azure Networking

SolarWinds

Education

CCIE Certification or Equivalent Experience

Tools

Cisco ACI

Palo Alto Panorama

Cisco ISE

F5 Big-IP Load Balancers

Azure

Job description

Senior Network Engineer – London (Hybrid) - £75,000 - £100,000 + Bonus + Benefits

We’re looking for a skilledSeniorNetwork Engineerto join our clients dynamic team. In this role, you’ll design, implement, and maintain critical networking infrastructure while driving automation and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of Cisco ACI infrastructure.

• Develop automation solutions for network tasks using Python, Ansible, and Terraform.

• Engineer and support enterprise-grade network systems, including Cisco routers, Nexus data centre switches, and wireless LAN controllers.

• Configure and manage Palo Alto firewalls, ensuring adherence to robust security standards.

• Deploy and administer network access control solutions with Cisco ISE (802.1x and TACACS).

• Optimise uptime and performance using F5 Big-IP load balancers.

• Design and manage advanced routing solutions with protocols such as BGP and OSPF, as well as SD-WAN implementations.

• Utilise tools like SolarWinds to monitor and proactively address network performance issues.

• Maintain high-performing Wi-Fi networks in large office setups.

• Implement and support networking in Azure, including ExpressRoute and virtual network configurations.

• Contribute to a global, 24/7 enterprise environment while mentoring junior team members.

• Provide occasional weekend and on-call support.

What You Bring:

• Extensive experience with Cisco networking, including routers, switches, and wireless infrastructure.

• Deep understanding of Palo Alto firewalls, Panorama, and security tools such as Cisco ISE.

• Hands-on knowledge of F5 Big-IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), and network monitoring with SolarWinds.

• Strong familiarity with Azure cloud networking and virtualisation concepts.

• Advanced scripting and automation skills using tools like Python, Ansible, and Terraform.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCIE) or equivalent experience.

• Excellent teamwork and communication abilities.

Opportunities to Grow:

• Personalised mentoring to develop your skills.

• Access to leadership training and professional development initiatives.

• Continuous learning through courses and skill-enhancing opportunities.

Our client offers a great working environment with various progression plans to suite your career goals, in addition to a generous benefits package including a 10% bonus, family private healthcare, a generous pension scheme, 25 days of annual leave, share options, flexible working options, and more.