EMEA Network Engineering Lead: Scale, Strategy & Ops

ByteDance; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ByteDance in Ireland is seeking an experienced Network Engineering Manager to lead and grow the EMEA network engineering team. You will own planning, design, deployment, and operations of our network infrastructure across data centers, backbone, internet, and cloud environments.

This role blends strategic vision, people management, and hands-on technical expertise to ensure network reliability, scalability, and performance at hyperscale.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of proven experience managing and leading network engineering teams in hyperscale environments
• Proficiency in large-scale network infrastructures with hands-on experience including TCP/IP, BGP, MPLS, IPv6
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-team collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of 10+ network engineers.
• Define and execute a network strategy aligned with business objectives and growth plans.
• Oversee the design and deployment of network solutions across data center, backbone, internet, cloud and OTN.
• Drive cross-functional projects, process improvements, and operational efficiency.
• Establish, enforce, and continuously improve network standards and best practices.
• Provide actionable insights and regular reporting to senior leadership on network performance, risks, and initiatives.

Skills

Team leadership

Hyperscale networking

Networking protocols

Communication skills

Bachelor degree in CS/Eng

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering

Tools

CCNP/CCIE

JNCIE

Cloud networking

Job description

ByteDance in Ireland is seeking an experienced Network Engineering Manager to lead and grow the EMEA network engineering team. You will own planning, design, deployment, and operations of our network infrastructure across data centers, backbone, internet, and cloud environments.

This role blends strategic vision, people management, and hands-on technical expertise to ensure network reliability, scalability, and performance at hyperscale.