Senior Network Engineer

TrueSpeed; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a rapidly growing full fibre broadband provider as a Senior Network Engineer (Operations) in Bath. In this role, you will manage key network functions and ensure the stability and performance of the company's high-speed fibre network. Offering a competitive salary and a hybrid working model, this position is ideal for those with a passion for operational excellence in network engineering.

Benefits

Life insurance (4x salary)

Private healthcare

Company pension scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Employee referral bonus scheme

Free on-site parking

Wellbeing benefits including 24/7 online GP

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in ISP or data centre environments.
• Expert-level knowledge of optical Ethernet, BGP, and IP routing.
• Hands-on experience with network automation and monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and performance of the network.
• Implement continuous improvements and manage vendor relationships.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate on network roadmap.

Skills

Network Operations Management

Optical Ethernet

BGP

IP Routing

FTTH Technologies

Network Automation

Analytical Skills

Technical Supervision

Communication

Leadership

Education

CCNA or CCIE (desirable but not essential)

Job description

Join a rapidly growing full fibre broadband provider and become a key player in the future of network engineering. Take your career to the next level with Truespeed today!

Senior Network Engineer (Operations)Bath, BA2 3DP - Hybrid

• Full time, permanent
• £55,000 - £65,000 per annum
• 3 days office based, 2 days home working

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

At Truespeed, we're creating a brighter digital future by bringing full fibre broadband to communities at lightning speed. We're proud to provide a network that's reliable, resilient, and built for what's next. At the core of everything we do is a commitment to our local communities - using innovative solutions to keep people connected, today and into the future.

The Role

Are you a seasoned network engineer with a passion for operational excellence and future-proofing critical infrastructure? We're looking for a Senior Network Engineer (Operations) to take ownership of key network functions, ensuring performance, stability, and scalability across Truespeed's high-speed fibre network.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of Truespeed's network and interconnections
• Proactively monitor performance and implement continuous improvements
• Diagnose complex issues, lead root cause analysis, and deliver long-term fixes
• Drive the implementation of network monitoring and automation tools
• Collaborate on the network roadmap and infrastructure changes
• Lead post-incident reviews and maintain technical documentation
• Manage capacity planning, resilience, and customer onboarding
• Mentor junior engineers and lead operational improvement projects
• Manage vendor relationships and hardware/software procurement
• Participate in the on-call rota and act as escalation point for incidents
• Provide cover for the Network Operations Manager when required

What We Offer:

• Hybrid working model (3 office / 2 remote)
• £55,000 - £65,000 salary DOE
• Life insurance (4x salary)
• Private healthcare
• Company pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Employee referral bonus scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Wellbeing benefits including 24/7 online GP

The Ideal Candidate

You're a proactive, technically proficient professional with extensive experience in ISP or data centre environments. You excel at tackling complex challenges, designing scalable systems, and mentoring team members along the way. About you:

• Experience in ISP or data centre environments
• Expert-level knowledge of optical Ethernet, BGP, ISIS, and IP routing
• Strong understanding of FTTH technologies and fibre troubleshooting
• Experience with network hardware from leading vendors
• Hands-on use of network automation and monitoring tools
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities
• Track record in technical team supervision
• Excellent documentation and analytical skills
• Certifications like CCNA or CCIE (desirable but not essential)

Be part of a collaborative, forward-looking team that values innovation, customer focus, and continuous improvement.

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click "apply" today, and you will be directed to the company website to submit an application form.

You must be authorised to work in the UK.

No agencies, please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Network Operations Specialist, IP Engineer, Fibre Network Engineer, ISP Network Engineer, Network Infrastructure Engineer, Network Architect, Telecoms Engineer, NOC Engineer, Network Systems Engineer, Connectivity Engineer