Senior Network Engineer, EMEA

The Walt Disney Company; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Network Engineer, where your expertise will shape the future of network infrastructure across diverse business units. This role offers the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with global teams to deliver high-performance solutions that support critical operations. You'll lead complex projects, ensuring robust, secure, and scalable networks that empower creativity and innovation. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible Working Hours

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in designing large-scale enterprise networks.
• Proven ability to deliver complex projects on time and budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of network infrastructure projects.
• Consult with stakeholders to translate technical requirements into solutions.

Skills

Network Design

Project Management

Communication Skills

Python Scripting

Problem-Solving

Education

University Degree in STEM

Professional Networking Certifications

Tools

OPNET

Cisco Works

AWS

Azure

Job description

Senior Network Engineer, EMEA

Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10115437 Location London, United Kingdom Business The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) Date postedApr. 29, 2025

Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

Enterprise Technology at The Walt Disney Company is responsible for delivering the technology strategy, engineering, architecture, IT operations, and technical support that underpin the success of our global business. The Business Network Design Services (BNDS) team sits within this division and focuses on designing and implementing resilient and scalable network infrastructure across Disney’s various business units.

From supporting broadcast and media production to enabling global content distribution, BNDS engineers play a vital role in ensuring Disney’s network connectivity is robust, secure, and future-ready. The team works closely with architecture, operations, security, wireless, and cloud technology partners to deliver integrated, best-in-class solutions.

We are now seeking an experienced EMEA Senior Network Engineer to join our team — someone who combines strong technical expertise with excellent communication and project management skills to drive the delivery of complex, large-scale network initiatives across the EMEA region.

A few reasons why we think you’ll love working here:

• Impact: Play a key role in designing and delivering high-performance, business-critical networks that support Disney’s world-renowned content and operations.

• Variety: Engage with a wide range of technologies, environments, and industries — from studios and sports to corporate IT and cloud-native platforms.

• Collaboration: Work alongside global teams and stakeholders across disciplines, operating at the intersection of engineering, strategy, and innovation.

What You Will Do

In this multifaceted role, you will lead the design, documentation, and delivery of network infrastructure projects in support of Disney’s diverse business needs. You will act as a trusted consultant to internal stakeholders, managing everything from technical planning to project execution and operational support.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Consultation: Engage with business unit stakeholders to understand technical requirements and translate these into effective network solutions.

• Solution Design: Develop detailed technical designs in alignment with Disney’s global architecture standards — including network diagrams, documentation, and scope of works for third-party implementers.

• Implementation Management: Oversee the timely and cost-effective delivery of network solutions, including risk management, escalation processes, and coordination with internal and external partners.

• Technology Evaluation: Support the evaluation of emerging technologies by providing practical, business-aligned perspectives that inform adoption and implementation strategies.

• Operational Support: Configure devices in line with design specifications, carry out break-fix activities, and act as an escalation point for troubleshooting network issues across the EMEA region.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Significant experience in a large-scale enterprise environment (30+ sites across multiple countries, ideally supporting 50,000+ users).

• Proven ability to design large-scale, global data networks with a focus on security, scalability, performance, and cost-efficiency.

• Practical expertise in building and supporting enterprise LANs, MANs, WANs, VPNs, and remote access networks.

• Strong understanding of networking topologies and protocols, including MPLS, OSPF, BGP, VRF, and QoS.

• Proficiency in Python or a comparable scripting language to automate and orchestrate network tasks.

• Working knowledge of DNS, DHCP, IP address management (IPAM), multicast, and data centre architecture.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document complex designs clearly and concisely.

• Experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects, with a proven ability to deliver on time and to budget.

• Ability to work independently in a high-pressure, fast-paced, and visible environment.

Education & Certifications

• A university degree in a STEM field is preferred, although not essential.

• A minimum of two current professional certifications in relevant networking technologies (e.g., switching, routing, firewalls, load balancing), or equivalent demonstrable experience.

Preferred Experience

• Background in the media, entertainment, video distribution, or broadcast industries.

• Experience with data centre and cloud networking technologies (AWS, Azure, or hybrid models).

• Familiarity with a range of vendor technologies (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Arista).

• Proficiency in using network diagnostics and monitoring tools such as OPNET, SevOne, or Cisco Works.

• Knowledge of wireless networks, VoIP systems, and video conferencing platforms.

Additional Information

• This role will occasionally require travel to EMEA-based office and data centre locations.

• Some out-of-hours support may be necessary to troubleshoot incidents or oversee time-sensitive implementations.

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

About The Walt Disney Company (Corporate):

At Disney Corporate you can see how the businesses behind the Company’s powerful brands come together to create the most innovative, far-reaching and admired entertainment company in the world. As a member of a corporate team, you’ll work with world-class leaders driving the strategies that keep The Walt Disney Company at the leading edge of entertainment. See and be seen by other innovative thinkers as you enable the greatest storytellers in the world to create memories for millions of families around the globe.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with The Walt Disney Company Limited , which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) .

The Walt Disney Company Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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