Platform Engineer

TenneT; Arnhem; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

ABP pension (70% paid by us)

43 vacation days/year

TenneT Academy

Gym membership contributions

Health insurance contribution

Job summary

TenneT is seeking a Platform Engineer for Datacenter Networking to strengthen our IT infrastructure reliability and performance. You will join a team of 12 specialists and lead initiatives to ensure continuous availability for the Dutch grid and digital operations.

In this role you will implement changes, monitor complex networks, and handle 2nd- and 3rd-line incidents. A HBO+ Computer Science degree with 3–5 years of hands-on IT infra experience is required, along with Dutch and English

Qualifications

• Completed HBO+ degree in Computer Science.
• Proven experience in at least 3 to 5 years in complex IT infrastructure environments.
• Knowledge of Cisco Nexus and Arista switches; management tooling certification is a plus.
• Experience with BGP, OSPF, IS-IS on network gear.
• Familiarity with Check Point and Palo Alto security products.
• Familiarity with A10 load balancer and Aruba ClearPass & Wireless.
• Experience with Ansible is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative and operational tasks on the (network) infrastructure.
• Monitor and safeguard the availability and performance of the (network) infrastructure.
• Investigate and resolve (complex) 2nd- and 3rd-line incidents in the (network) infrastructure.
• Write change proposals and problem reports in response to incidents and planned changes.

Skills

Dutch-English communication

Analytical thinking

Team player

Agile & ITIL aware

Education

HBO+ degree in Computer Science

Tools

Cisco Nexus

Arista switches

Check Point

Palo Alto

A10 load balancer

Aruba ClearPass & Wireless

Ansible

Job description

Introductie

The energy transition requires smart and decisive professionals. In Datacenter Networking, we work every day on managing infrastructure, cybersecurity, system innovation, software and secure and reliable technology solutions that support business operations and digital transformation, ensuring that the Netherlands can continue to rely on a stable electricity grid in the future. In this role as Platform Engineer Datacenter Networking, you will contribute directly to that mission.

Jouw rol

How will you keep the Netherlands running? As Platform Engineer Datacenter Networking, you are responsible for implementing initiatives to improve the availability and performance of the IT infrastructure, ensuring that the Netherlands can continue to rely on reliable, affordable and sustainable energy. You will be working in the Datacenter Networking team, consisting of 12 colleagues. In addition, you will be responsible for:

• Performing administrative and operational tasks on the (network) infrastructure.
• Monitoring and safeguarding the availability and performance of the (network) infrastructure.
• Investigating and resolving (complex) 2nd- and 3rd-line incidents in the (network) infrastructure.
• Writing change proposals and problem reports in response to incidents and planned changes.

Waar kom je terecht

Digital & Technology Transformation (DTT) is TenneT’s digital backbone. The division makes smart use of data, technology, and AI to optimise grid utilisation and strengthen decision-making. DTT delivers integrated and secure digital, technology, and data services that contribute to efficiency, innovation, safety, and compliance. The division supports business processes and workplaces with IT, develops data and integration platforms, and manages our infrastructure and cybersecurity. In this way, DTT accelerates TenneT’s transformation into a digital TSO.

Jouw profiel & achtergrond

At TenneT, we look for professionals who contribute to an effective and future-proof project organisation. We expect you to have the right experience and skills to make a valuable contribution to our team and our mission. Therefore, we ask for:

• A completed HBO+ degree in Computer Science.
• Proven experience in at least 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience within complex IT infrastructure environments.
• You have extensive knowledge of the products listed below and the associated management tooling certification in one or more of these products is a plus.
• Cisco Nexus and Arista switches (with protocols such as BGP, OSPF, IS-IS).
• Check Point, Palo Alto.
• A10 load balancer.
• Aruba ClearPass & Wireless.
• Experience with Ansible is a plus.

To make a difference in this role, you recognise yourself in the following competencies:

• You are an excellent communicator who sets boundaries, gives solicited and unsolicited feedback, and can express yourself well (both verbally and in writing) in Dutch and English;
• You have strong analytical skills and can think conceptually;
• You are innovative, professional, results-oriented, proactive and loyal;
• You have sufficient persuasiveness, are flexible and a true team player;
• You are used to working in an Agile team, but also according to ITIL processes;
• You are full of energy, resilient under pressure and also risk-aware;

This is a complex environment in which 24-hour availability is essential. The candidate must therefore be willing to participate in a 24x7 on‑call rotation when requested.

This role falls under the function profile IT Specialist, ensuring clarity for both you and TenneT regarding the responsibilities, expectations and growth opportunities associated with this position.

Arbeidsvoorwaarden

TenneT gives you the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable energy future. Together with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders, you work on innovative solutions that enable the energy transition. You’ll have room to develop your talents in an environment where your growth is a priority.

We offer you:

• Type of contract is indefinite.
• A solid pension through ABP, with 70% of the premium paid by us.
• 43 vacation days per year.
• Hybrid working.
• TenneT conducts a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) screening and an AIVD security screening for this position.

We value a healthy work-life balance and your personal development. That’s why we offer flexible benefits such as:

• Support for your vitality, with contributions towards a gym membership and health insurance.
• Development opportunities through the TenneT Academy, so you can continue to expand your knowledge and skills.