Network Engineer

NETGEAR; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NETGEAR is seeking a Network Engineer to own our corporate network and site infrastructure globally. This hybrid role requires being on site in Cork at least two days a week and coordinating with the Director, Cloud and Enablement, and the IT team.

You'll set network standards, build monitoring/observability, and lead incident response. The ideal candidate has multi-site experience, SD-WAN knowledge and scripting skills.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in enterprise network engineering.
• Hands-on routing, switching, Wi‑Fi and firewall experience across multiple sites.
• Experience with SD-WAN and secure remote access.
• Experience building monitoring and observability for network/infrastructure.
• Experience leading incident response and root cause analysis.
• Scripting or automation skills (Python/Ansible).
• Strong communication and supporting a global user base.
• Bachelor's degree (NFQ Level 8) or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Own design, operation and health of the corporate network globally (LAN/WAN/Wi‑Fi/firewalls).
• Define global standards for network/site infra and drive automation to meet them.
• Lead monitoring/observability across network and site infra to catch issues early.
• Lead incident management from response to root-cause fixes.
• Plan capacity, resilience and connectivity for offices, labs and AWS.
• Strengthen network security with Corporate Security.
• Manage relationships with connectivity and network vendors.
• Collaborate with Corporate Security, Engineering and IT teams globally.

Skills

Global network engineering

Network monitoring & observability

Incident response leadership

Scripting/automation (Python/Ansible)

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (NFQ Level 8) in a relevant discipline, or equivalent

Tools

Python

Ansible

SD-WAN

Firewalls

Job description

Role Overview

This is a hybrid role, with an expectation to be on site at least 2 days per week in our Cork office.

NETGEAR creates innovative networking solutions for homes and businesses around the world, and we run our own business networking products across our sites. We're looking for a Network Engineer to own our corporate network and site infrastructure globally, including how we monitor and observe it. This role reports to the Director, Cloud and Enablement, and sits within NETGEAR's global IT team.

This is a hands-on technical role with global scope. You'll set and uphold network standards across our sites, build the monitoring and observability that lets us spot problems before users do, and lead the response when things go wrong. It's a high-ownership role on a global team.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the design, operation and health of our corporate network globally, including LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, firewalls and secure remote access.

• Define global standards for network and site infrastructure, and use automation to make sure every site meets them.

• Lead monitoring and observability across network and site infrastructure, so issues are found and fixed before they affect users.

• Lead incident management for network and infrastructure issues, from response through root cause to lasting fixes.

• Design and plan capacity, resilience and connectivity for our offices, engineering labs and AWS environments as the business grows.

• Strengthen network security in partnership with Corporate Security.

• Manage relationships with connectivity and network vendors.

• Partner closely with Corporate Security, Engineering and peer IT teams globally.

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years in enterprise network engineering.

• Strong hands-on experience with routing, switching, Wi-Fi and firewalls in a multi-site environment.

• Experience with SD-WAN and secure remote access.

• Experience building monitoring and observability for network and infrastructure.

• Experience leading incident response and root cause analysis.

• Scripting or automation skills, such as Python or Ansible.

• Strong communication skills and experience supporting a global user base.

• Bachelor's degree (NFQ Level 8) in a relevant discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry certifications such as CCNA/CCNP or equivalent.

• Experience with NETGEAR business networking products.

• Cloud networking experience in AWS, such as VPC design, site-to-site VPN and Direct Connect.

• Network automation or infrastructure as code.

• Network design for lab or test environments.

Eligibility to live and work in Ireland is required. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship or relocation support for this role.

Company Statement

At NETGEAR, we are on a mission to unleash the full potential of connectivity with intelligent solutions that delight and protect. We turn ideas into innovative networking products that connect people, power businesses, and advance the way we live.

We're a performance-driven, talented and connected team that's committed to delivering world-class products for our customers. As a company, we value our employees as the most essential building blocks of our success. And as teammates, we commit to taking our work to the Next Gear by living our values: we Dare to Transform the future, Connect and Delight our customers, Communicate Courageously with each other and collaborate to Win It Together. You’ll find our values woven through our processes, present in our decisions, and celebrated throughout our culture.

We strive to attract top talent and create a great workplace where people feel engaged, inspired, challenged, proud and respected. If you are creative, forward-thinking, passionate about technology and are looking for a rewarding career to make an impact, then you've got what it takes to succeed at NETGEAR. Join our network and help us shape the future of connectivity.

NETGEAR hires based on merit. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.