Datacenter Network Engineer

IT Global Consulting Srl; Lombardia; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

IT Global Consulting Srl is seeking a Data Centre Network Engineer to join the Engineering team in Milan, with hands-on Data Centre networking and Cisco ACI experience. You will contribute to the Data Centre IP network and corporate infrastructure in a dynamic, technically challenging environment.

The role requires a degree in Computer Engineering, CCNA or higher, strong Routing & Switching know-how, and familiarity with Nexus NX-OS and Cisco ACI.

Qualifications

• A degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications or equivalent technical background is welcome.
• Cisco CCNA certification or higher.
• Solid experience in IP networking, particularly Routing & Switching.
• Good knowledge of Data Centre network technologies and architectures.
• Knowledge of Cisco Data Centre technologies, particularly Nexus (NX-OS) and ACI, is preferred.
• Good ability to understand technical documentation and architectures.
• Good communication skills and a team-working attitude.
• Availability to work at the Milan office 1–2 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and understand the technical requirements of the networking solutions assigned.
• Support network architecture design, working on LLD from HLD architectures.
• Work on Routing & Switching in Data Centre environments, focusing on Cisco and Cisco ACI technologies.
• Support the implementation and evolution of network solutions.
• Collaborate with Operations on technical activities and infrastructure changes.
• Participate in technical meetings with project stakeholders to analyse issues and define solutions.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation for implemented solutions.
• Manage assigned activities according to team priorities, liaising with company functions.
• Contribute to the technological evolution of the network and to analysis of new Data Centre solutions.

Skills

CCNA

Routing & Switching

Data Centre tech

Cisco ACI

Cisco Nexus

NX-OS

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Milan on-site

Education

Computer Engineering degree

Tools

Cisco Nexus NX-OS

Cisco ACI

Job description

We are looking for a Data Centre Network Engineer with hands-on experience in Data Centre networking and Cisco ACI to join our Engineering team.

We are looking for someone with a solid technical background in networking, experience in Routing & Switching and an interest in Data Centre technologies. The ideal candidate already has some professional experience and wants to keep growing in a technical, dynamic environment.

You must be available to work at the Milan office 1–2 days a week.

Responsibilities

You will join the DC Network Technologies function, in a team responsible for the evolution and management of the Data Centre IP network and the Corporate network infrastructure.

In particular, you will:

• Analyse and understand the technical requirements of the networking solutions assigned;
• Support network architecture design, working mainly on defining and producing the LLD (Low Level Design) from the HLD architectures already defined;
• Work on Routing & Switching in Data Centre environments, with a particular focus on Cisco and Cisco ACI technologies;
• Support the implementation and evolution of network solutions;
• Work with the Operations function on technical activities and on managing infrastructure changes;
• Take part in technical meetings with the various project stakeholders, helping to analyse issues and define solutions;
• Produce and maintain technical documentation for the solutions implemented and the activities carried out;
• Manage assigned activities according to the priorities set by the team, liaising with the various company functions;
• Contribute to the technological evolution of the network and to the analysis of new Data Centre solutions.

Required skills

• A degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications or equivalent technical background is welcome;
• Cisco CCNA certification or higher;
• Solid experience in IP networking, particularly Routing & Switching;
• Good knowledge of the main Data Centre network technologies and architectures;
• Knowledge of Cisco Data Centre technologies, particularly Cisco Nexus (NX-OS) and Cisco ACI, is preferred;
• Good ability to understand technical documentation and architectures;
• Good communication skills and a team-working attitude;
• Availability to work at the Milan office 1–2 days a week.

Soft skills

• A proactive approach and the ability to take the initiative;
• Energy, curiosity and openness to new environments;
• Ability to interact with colleagues and technical stakeholders, confidently discussing issues and proposing solutions;
• A collaborative approach when working with the various company functions;
• A good level of autonomy in managing assigned activities;
• Interest in progressively developing your technical skills and your ability to work with different stakeholders.

Location and working arrangement

1–2 days a week on site in Milan.

Remuneration

Employment:

Gross annual salary ranging from €40,000 to €46,000, determined on the basis of seniority, technical autonomy, expertise in the required technologies, certifications, the complexity of the client environment and the actual responsibilities of the role.

The total remuneration includes, where applicable to the specific position, variable components, MBOs, production bonuses, company benefits, allowances and other financial elements governed by company policies and contractual agreements.

Professional collaboration on a VAT-registered basis:

Indicative daily rate ranging from €300 to €330, inclusive of any 4% INPS contribution, excluding VAT where applicable, determined on the basis of seniority, technical skills, operational autonomy and the complexity of the project.

The recruitment process is open to all applicants, in accordance with the principles of equal opportunities, non-discrimination and gender neutrality.