Senior Network Engineer

Robert Walters New Zealand; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Network Engineer to join their team in Auckland. You will design, monitor, and maintain network systems while taking on technical leadership responsibilities. Ideal candidates should have over 7 years of experience, a relevant degree, and Cisco certifications. This role offers a hybrid work environment and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience in complex network environments.
• CCNA certification, with CCNP/CCIE preferred.
• ITIL Foundation knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement network solutions aligned with business needs.
• Maintain documentation and procedures for network support.
• Investigate and resolve network issues.

Skills

Network design and implementation

Cisco technologies expertise

Technical leadership

Issue resolution

Collaboration with stakeholders

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Cisco ACI

Checkpoint

NetScalers

Job description

Overview

Seeking a skilled and motivated Network Engineer to join a dynamic technology team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for designing, monitoring, and maintaining robust network systems and equipment to ensure high performance and availability. Senior Network Engineers will also take on technical leadership responsibilities, contributing to strategic planning and driving innovation through automation and new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement network solutions aligned with business needs
• Maintain documentation and procedures for network support
• Evaluate risks and lead change implementation
• Investigate and resolve network issues, ensuring preventative measures are in place
• Manage incidents end-to-end with a focus on continuous improvement
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver seamless service
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship (Senior level)

Ideal Candidate / Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• CCNA certification (CCNP/CCIE preferred or in progress)
• ITIL Foundation knowledge
• 7+ years’ experience in complex network environments
• Expertise in Cisco technologies, BGP, VOIP, and disaster recovery
• Experience with Checkpoint, NetScalers, Cisco ACI
• Technical lead experience and mentoring skills (Senior level)

Job Details

• Location: Auckland CBD
• Workplace Type: Hybrid
• Focus: Infrastructure / Security / Network
• Industry: IT
• Salary: Negotiable
• Experience Level: Senior Management
• Contract Type: Perm

Additional Information

Only applicants who reside in NZ and have valid working rights will be considered for this role.

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications within five working days. If you have not received correspondence in this timeframe, please contact Eloise Gantuangco at [phone].