Network Engineer (wide area network)

APW Tech; Eastern Manila District; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

APW Tech in Metro Manila seeks a Senior Network Engineer to lead design, configuration, automation, and monitoring of enterprise network infrastructure, ensuring reliable and secure connectivity across the organisation.

The role involves configuring Cisco switches and Versa SD-WAN devices, developing automation with Python and Ansible, and monitoring performance with Datadog, while collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Electronics and Communications Engineering required or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in computer networking.
• Strong knowledge of network architecture, TCP/IP, OSI Model, OSPF, BGP, STP, VLANs and inter-VLAN routing.
• Extensive experience configuring Cisco switches and Versa SD-WAN devices.
• Proficiency in Python scripting and Ansible for automation.
• Experience with network monitoring tools, preferably Datadog.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent communication with stakeholders.
• Networking certifications are an advantage; Datadog Certified Champion preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain network architecture and infrastructure.
• Manage and troubleshoot TCP/IP, OSI Model, OSPF, BGP, STP, VLANs, and inter-VLAN routing.
• Configure and administer Cisco switches and Versa SD-WAN devices.
• Develop network automation solutions using Python and Ansible.
• Monitor network performance and availability using network monitoring tools, preferably Datadog.
• Investigate complex network issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Provide recommendations to improve network performance, resilience, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders on network initiatives and service improvements.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and contribute to ongoing improvement of network operations.

Skills

TCP/IP

OSI Model

OSPF

BGP

VLANs

Inter-VLAN routing

Python scripting

Ansible

Datadog

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Electronics and Communications Engineering

Tools

Cisco switches

Versa SD-WAN

Datadog

Job description

About the role

Lead the design, configuration, automation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of enterprise network infrastructure. This role will help ensure reliable, secure, and high-performing connectivity across the organisation while providing expert guidance to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain network architecture and infrastructure.
• Manage and troubleshoot TCP/IP, OSI Model, OSPF, BGP, STP, VLANs, and inter-VLAN routing.
• Configure and administer Cisco switches and Versa SD-WAN devices.
• Develop network automation solutions using Python and Ansible.
• Monitor network performance and availability using network monitoring tools, preferably Datadog.
• Investigate complex network issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Provide recommendations to improve network performance, resilience, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders on network initiatives and service improvements.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and contribute to the ongoing improvement of network operations.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electronics and Communications Engineering, or a related field; relevant work experience may be considered.
• At least 10 years of experience in computer networking.
• Strong knowledge of network architecture, TCP/IP, OSI Model, OSPF, BGP, STP, VLANs, and inter-VLAN routing.
• Extensive experience configuring Cisco switches and Versa SD-WAN devices.
• Proficiency in Python scripting and Ansible for network automation.
• Experience with network monitoring tools, preferably Datadog.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Relevant networking certifications are an advantage.
• Datadog Certified Champion certification is highly preferred.