Networking Engineer

AVL Software and Functions GmbH; Marche; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AVL Italia is seeking a Networking Engineer to design, implement, test, and maintain network infrastructures across multiple sites in Italy. The role emphasizes security, virtualization, and documentation, with travel within Italy and abroad.

The candidate should have 3+ years in networking and cybersecurity, strong English skills, and willingness to work in the Marche region for at least 12 months. CCNA/CCNP are advantageous qualifications.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in networking, infrastructure management, and cybersecurity.
• Willingness to work in Marche region for 12+ months.
• CCNA/CCNP certifications are a strong advantage.
• Good command of English.
• Willingness to travel within Italy and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, and maintain network infrastructures.
• Advanced knowledge of networking and security technologies.
• Work with Cisco/Extreme Networks switching and routing devices.
• Manage virtualization environments (Proxmox/VMware) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Ensure network security and protection of IT environments.
• Prepare technical documentation (Specifications, Statements of Work, Notes).

Skills

Networking

Security

Cisco/Extreme

Virtualization

Docker/Kubernetes

Linux & scripting

Diagrams reading

Documentation

Education

CCNA/CCNP certification

Tools

Cisco devices

Extreme Networks

Proxmox

VMware

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

The Networking Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, integration, testing, and maintenance of network infrastructures, contributing to the optimization of system performance, reliability, and security. This role operates on complex architectures, supporting troubleshooting activities, network management, and the protection of IT environments.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analysis, design, and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Expertise in networking and security technologies.
• Advanced knowledge of network technologies based on Cisco and Extreme Networks switch/router devices.
• Advanced knowledge of virtualization environments (Proxmox/VMWare) and Docker/Orchestration technologies (e.g., Kubernetes).
• Advanced knowledge of Network Security technologies (e.g., firewalls).
• Basic knowledge of Information Security (InfoSec).
• Knowledge of major networking protocols.
• Knowledge of the Linux operating system and scripting tools.
• Ability to read plant/system diagrams and schematics.
• Ability to use laboratory instrumentation related to networking technologies: Switching, Routing, and Network Management.
• Knowledge of security technologies: Firewalls.
• Ability to prepare technical documentation (Requirement Specifications, Statements of Work, Technical Notes, Progress Reports, Minutes of Meetings).

YOUR PROFILE:

• At least 3 years of professional experience in networking activities, network infrastructure management, and cybersecurity.
• Availability to carry out ongoing activities in the Marche region for a minimum period of 12 months.
• CCNA and/or CCNP certifications are considered a strong advantage.
• Good command of the English language.
• Availability to travel within Italy and abroad.

WE OFFER:

The final offer will be determined based on experience, skills, and level of responsibility.

AVL Italia, founded in 1980, provides the full portfolio of AVL technologies at the local level, offering customized solutions tailored to its customers.
With more than 40 years of experience and the support of a strong, highly qualified local team, AVL Italia is committed to making sustainable mobility a reality for everyone. It also supports companies and industrial partners in transitioning to cleaner energy sources and adopting advanced technologies to reduce environmental impact.

Location: Cavriago, IT Robassomero, IT Torino, IT Bolzano, IT

Job Function: IT & Software

Contract Type: Permanent

Posting Date: Oct 12, 2026

Job ID: 39609

About AVL

AVL is one of the world's leading mobility technology companies for development, simulation and testing in the automotive industry, and beyond. We provide concepts, solutions and methodologies in fields like vehicle development and integration, e-mobility, automated and connected mobility (ADAS/AD), and software for a greener, safer, better world of mobility.