Senior Network Engineer

NewCold Coöperatief U.A.; Breda; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NewCold is looking for a Senior Network Engineer to lead the deployment and automation of its global network infrastructure. You will design, implement and optimize network solutions across Cisco Catalyst, ISE, Nexus environments and related security controls in a fast-growing logistics tech company.

You will collaborate with global teams, drive automation using Python and Ansible, and maintain Netbox as the network source of truth.

Qualifications

• Requires HBO/Bachelor degree and relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deploy a network migration strategy.
• Build and automate all network related configurations within NewCold’s Cisco suite.
• Build and automate all network components including routers, switches, firewalls and wireless networks.
• Automate Mellanox/Nvidia and Fortigate technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand network requirements.
• Operate Netbox as network source of truth.
• Maintain four-eyes principle during design, plan and build.

Skills

Strong communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Analytical thinking

English fluency

Education

HBO / Bachelor Degree

Tools

Wireshark

SolarWinds

Nagios

Netbox

Ansible

Python

Cumulus OS

Linux

Job description

This is NewCold

NewCold is a global leader in advanced food logistics. Our warehouses and transport network sit at the center of the food supply chain. Connecting the world’s major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers. Our goal is to keep the world’s food fresh and safe with our proprietary technologies and innovative solutions.

This is NewCold

NewCold is a global leader in advanced food logistics. Our warehouses and transport network sit at the center of the food supply chain. Connecting the world’s major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers. Our goal is to keep the world’s food fresh and safe with our proprietary technologies and innovative solutions.

NewCold designs, builds, and operates state-of-the‑art cold storage facilities that are highly automated. We push the boundaries of logistics with end‑to‑end storage and transport operations that add greater resilience, efficiency, and sustainability to supply chains on four continents. And we are growing rapidly. To support our rapid growth, we’re constantly looking for talented people to join our team. Want to be a part of a dynamic, forward‑thinking environment? Join us!

More information on NewCold can be found on www.newcold.com and our social media pages.

About The Vacancy

Due to its continuous growth NewCold is looking to expand the IT Department with a new colleague who will be responsible for the implementation, co‑design, maintenance, and support of our organization’s network infrastructure based on Cisco technologies such as Cisco Catalyst Center, Cisco ISE and Nexus and Catalyst range switches, firewalls and wireless technologies.

What will you do?

• Plan and deploy a network migration strategy.
• Build and automate all network related configurations within NewCold’s Cisco suite.
• Build and automate all network related components, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless networks.
• Automating Mellanox/Nvidia and Fortigate technologies.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to understand their network requirements and provide technical guidance for network implementation.
• Operating Netbox as our network source of truth.
• Safeguarding a 4‑eyed principle during design, plan and build.

Who are we looking for?

You have:

• A completed HBO / Bachelor Degree and applicable certifications
• 4-7 years relevant working experience in network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (e.g., Wireshark, SolarWinds, Nagios).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and articulate technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• The ability to adopt new technologies fast.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols.
• Understanding of network security concepts, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, SDN and other network access controls.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex network issues.
• Understanding or ability to adapt to Cisco ISE, Cisco Catalyst Center and Nexus, Catalyst Operating systems.
• Understanding of Network Design and Network Automation (tools like Ansible and Python).
• Experience with Cumulus network operating system.
• Hardware installation experience and design principles.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF), network architecture, and network security principles.
• Proficiency with Linux.
• Experience with Version Control and Clod Networking.
• Fully proficient in English, any other European language is a plus.

Why would you want to work for NewCold?

With the prospect of many new construction projects all over the world in the very near future, NewCold offers the opportunity to join a young but powerful company in the field of logistic services. We have the ambition and the potential to rapidly become the market leader in the field of modern and automated cold storage with additional supply chain services such as transport and distribution. Although our proposition comprises an attractive benefits and compensation package, the (international) scope and impact of the position may appeal to you even more.

Can we welcome you on board as our new Senior Network Engineer and help continue our successful growth?