Associate Network Engineer

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; New Delhi; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail GTS India Private Limited is seeking a Network and IT Architect to lead network design and governance in a demanding IT landscape. You will mentor a growing team while shaping architectures for scalable, secure infrastructure.

The role requires a Master of Engineering in Computer Science or related field with proven network management experience, strong leadership, and a collaborative, analytical mindset.

Qualifications

• Master of Engineering in Computer Science or related field.
• Proven experience in Network management and architectures.
• Strong leadership and ability to mentor junior teammates.
• Analytical, autonomous, curious, and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Develop test plans on network architectures and systems.
• Engage with stakeholders to manage and implement IT programmes.
• Collaborate with design engineers to create data interfaces for new features.
• Perform router administration, network analysis and monitoring.
• Roadmap network systems and advise process improvements.
• Manage network security systems including firewalls and access control.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Analytical thinking

Autonomy

Curiosity

Team orientation

Education

Master of Engineering in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Linux (Debian/RedHat)

VMware / KVM

TCP/IP networking

Cisco validation designs

F5 / Juniper SRX

Cloud computing

Cisco & Juniper equipment, Windows Server

Job description

Job Details

Location: New Delhi, Delhi, India

Job ID: R1012646

Date Posted: 2026-09-28

Company Name: Hitachi Rail GTS India Private Limited

Profession (Job Category): IT, Telecom & Internet

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Network and IT Architecture

CANDIDATES THAT WOULD IMPRESS US

PROFILE

• You graduated with a Master of Engineering, Computer Science or any related field in University, and you have proven experience in Network management
• You demonstrate strong leadership and are willing to mentor and grow junior team members
• You sound convincing and persuasive
• You are analytical, dynamic and autonomous
• You are curious and enjoy continuous learning
• You sound convincing and persuasive
• You are team-oriented and love to help your colleagues, fostering a consensual atmosphere for team building

COMPETENCIES

• You are familiar with IT infrastructures Linux Systems (Debian, RedHat) and virtual environments (VMWare, KVM)
• You master the following protocols: TCP/IP networks, routing protocols, QoS and security architectures (WAN and LAN), Cisco validation designs, F5 and Juniper SRX family
• You can demonstrate strong knowledge in Cloud computing, networking and system assurance
• You have knowledge of Cisco and Juniper Network Equipment, VMware, Windows Server Infrastructure
• You are able to produce well-structured and written documentation and communicate to technical and non-technical audiences

NICE TO HAVE

• [Specific knowledge linked to the domain / product / project – to be filled in by Engineering Manager or Talent Acquisition]

LIFE AS A Hitachi Rail NETWORK AND IT ARCHITECTURE ROLE

• Develop test plans on network architectures and systems
• Carry out activities, engage with other stakeholders to manage and implement an IT programme
• Work with requirement owners and system design engineers to create serial data interfaces for new features
• Perform router administration, network analysis and monitoring
• Roadmap network system and advise process improvements
• Collaborate with the network engineers, network administrators and other professionals in network setup and configuration
• Examine and evaluate the network performance and make changes wherever required
• Understand architectural methods and frameworks and their application to network, server architecture and design
• Integrate IP networks based on networking architectures, routers, firewalls, servers and gateways
• Manage the network security systems including firewalls and network access control systems
• Troubleshoot network architecture and making recommendations for system findings and enhancements
• [Other specific info - to be filled in by Engineering Manager or Talent Acquisition]

YOUR CAREER AT Hitachi Rail

• Future opportunities will allow you to discover other domains or sites. You will be able to evolve and grow your Competencies in different areas:
• Room and attention to personal development
• Build your talents in another domain of Hitachi Rail Group, discovering new products, new customers, new country or go to a more complex Solution
• Choose between a technical expertise or a leadership path
• Build an international career within a leading Engineering Group

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.