Senior Networking Engineer

swift; Leiden; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Swift, the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, is seeking a Senior Networking Engineer to lead operation support, implementation, and optimization of our production customer access network infrastructure. This role requires deep Juniper expertise and a proven track record of high-availability networks.

You will drive strategic network initiatives, mentor junior engineers, organize planning and design meetings, and collaborate with business units to translate

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supporting, implementing, and managing complex network infrastructures.
• Ability to lead networking projects and deliver tangible results.
• Strong understanding of Juniper network systems and protocols.
• Ability to align technical solutions with business objectives.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Excellent communication and collaboration in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation, and maintenance of SWIFT's complex customer access network infrastructure.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for network systems and processes.
• Manage networking projects from inception to completion, on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with various business units to understand their networking needs and translate them into technical requirements.
• Ensure accountability for network performance, reliability, and security across all systems.
• Organize and lead meetings related to network planning, design, and troubleshooting.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to their professional development.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in networking to inform strategic decisions.

Skills

Network architecture

Project leadership

Juniper networks

Strategic alignment

Continuous improvement

Communication skills

Accountability

Mentoring

Tools

Juniper network systems

Job description

ABOUT US

We're the world's leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value - across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we're proud to support the global economy.

We're unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value - a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We're always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Networking Engineer to lead the operation support, implementation, and optimization of our complex production customer access network infrastructure. This role requires a strong understanding of Juniper network systems, a commitment to continuous improvement, and the ability to drive strategic objectives.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of SWIFT's complex customer access network infrastructure, ensuring high availability, performance, and security.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for network systems and processes, aligning with business objectives and strategic goals.
• Manage and execute networking projects from inception to completion, delivering results on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with various business units to understand their networking needs and translate them into technical requirements.
• Ensure accountability for network performance, reliability, and security across all systems.
• Organize and lead meetings related to network planning, design, and troubleshooting.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to their professional development.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in networking to inform strategic decisions.

Job Qualifications

• Proven experience in supporting, implementing, and managing complex network infrastructures.
• Demonstrated ability to lead networking projects and deliver tangible results.
• Strong understanding of Juniper network systems and protocols.
• Ability to align technical solutions with business objectives and strategic objectives.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and meeting organization skills.
• High degree of accountability and ownership for network performance.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

What we offer

We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals - like you - with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone's voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.

Inclusive Recruitment Process

We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation related to accessibility during your application or interview, please contact [e-mail] or indicate this in your application. Please note that this mailbox is not monitored for general recruitment enquiries and should only be used for accessibility or accommodation-related requests (for example related to vision, hearing or neurodiversity). All requests are confidential and will not affect your candidacy.