Network Implementation Engineer

Pico; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking a Network Implementation Engineer who will be responsible for designing and implementing solutions for low latency connectivity. The position requires thorough experience in deploying and supporting firewall and network equipment, with a knowledge base that includes Fortinet and Cisco ASA technologies. The ideal candidate should have strong troubleshooting abilities and excellent communication skills. The work is hybrid, offering flexible options between office and remote setups, with occasional travel expected but not frequent.

Qualifications

• Experience with Firewall and Network equipment in a service provider environment.
• Knowledge of IPSec VPN and managing firewall policy.
• Strong understanding of TCP and UDP protocols.

Responsibilities

• Construct valid configurations for implementation.
• Support deployment and maintenance of network appliances.
• Troubleshoot customer issues related to network changes.

Skills

Firewall deployment

Network equipment support

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

VPN technologies

Ansible

Linux

Python

Education

7-10 years experience in a service provider or large-scale enterprise network

Tools

Fortinet

Cisco ASA

JIRA

Job description

Pico fuels the global capital markets community by providing exceptional market data services and customized managed infrastructure solutions. As financial industry experts at the center of markets and technology, we help our clients efficiently scale their business and quickly access markets. From infrastructure to connectivity, we support our clients through the full trading lifecycle. We are a global company headquartered in New York, with offices in Chicago, London, Singapore, Hong Kong and Tokyo.

Overview

Pico is currently seeking Design and Implementation engineering candidates to deliver best in class engineering solutions for low latency connectivity. The Network Implementation Engineer works with other teams to ensure smooth deployment, maintenance and support of network infrastructure. The role is proactive, solutions‑oriented, and highly organized, with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Construct valid configurations for implementation based upon design and/or technical concepts.
• Support deployment and maintenance of firewalls, network switches, routers, and other network appliances.
• Apply configuration changes via change‑control systems and processes, and perform peer review of configurations scheduled for deployment.
• Perform network infrastructure changes in a diligent and professional manner, and participate in on‑call rotation for support escalations.
• Troubleshoot internal and external customer issues related to changes, and participate in daily meetings to review changes and underlying impacts.
• Work with the network engineering team to design new client‑specific connectivity solutions, and provide mentoring and guidance to other team members when required.

Education, Skills and Background (incl. Education & Experience Requirements)

• 7‑10 years’ experience deploying and supporting firewall and network equipment in a service provider environment or a large‑scale enterprise network.
• Experience with Fortinet and Cisco ASA hardware and software.
• Strong knowledge of IPSec VPN, NAT, and managing firewall policy.
• Knowledge of TCP, UDP, and upper‑layer protocols.
• Experience with cross‑connectivity to high‑speed, ultra‑low‑latency financial markets and venues.
• Familiarity with Ansible, Linux, Python.
• Ability to analyze and diagnose problems and effectively lead to system recovery; clear verbal and written communication.
• Self‑motivated and capable of prioritizing and managing own workload with little supervision.
• Creative thinker with out‑of‑the‑box ideas, keen to contribute ideas, share knowledge, and help others develop.
• Driven to develop own skills and knowledge, and an understanding of JIRA as a ticketing system.

Working Arrangements

This is a hybrid position with weekly office time and the flexibility to work from home. Travel may be required occasionally, but is not expected to be regular or frequent. The role holder will be expected to work whatever hours are necessary for the performance of this role, including multiple jurisdictions/geographies such as EMEA, USA and APAC.

The working days for this position are Tuesday – Saturday, in the EMEA time zone (16:30 – 01:30 AM IST).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pico is an equal opportunity employer. Pico does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate’s age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non‑merit factors. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require assistance or accommodations for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.