Network Engineer

Social Discovery Group; Poland; Remote; PLN 255,000 - 329,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social discovery company in Poland is seeking a Network Engineer with 5+ years of experience. The role focuses on network architecture and protocols with opportunities for remote work and professional training. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Cisco equipment and cloud networking. Benefits include generous vacation, wellness days, and health benefits.

Benefits

28 vacation days annually

7 wellness days per year

Bonuses up to $5000 for referrals

50% payment for training

Corporate discount for English lessons

Health benefits reimbursement

Workplace organization support

Internal gamified gratitude system

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a Network Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of routing protocols, data center networking, and network architecture.
• English at least B1 level.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain network infrastructure.
• Develop, configure, and optimize network systems.
• Collaborate with other teams on network solutions.

Skills

Cisco Equipment

Networking Protocols

Operating Systems

Automation

Cloud Networking

Monitoring

Troubleshooting Tools

Education

CCNP, JNCIP, or equivalent

Job description

Social Discovery Group (SDG) is the 3rd largest social discovery company in the world, uniting 60+ brands with 500 million users. We solve the problems of loneliness, isolation, and disconnection by transforming virtual intimacy into the new normal. Our portfolio includes online communication platforms focusing on AI, game mechanics, and video streaming - Dating.com, DateMyAge, Cupid Media, Dil Mil, Kiseki, and others.

SDG invests in IT startups around the world. Our investments include Open AI, Patreon, Flo, Clubhouse, Woebot, Flure, Astry, Coursera, Academia.edu, and many others.

We bring together a team of like-minded people and IT professionals specializing in the creation and development of globally impactful social discovery products. Our international team of 1200 professionals and digital nomads works all over the world.

Our teams of digital nomads work remotely from Cyprus, Malta, the USA, Armenia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Montenegro, Poland, Latvia, Serbia, Spain, Portugal, UAE, Israel, Turkey, Thailand, Indonesia, Japan, Hong Kong, Australia and many other locations.

In August 2024, we achieved Great Place to Work US Certification! This achievement reflects our core belief that a truly exceptional workplace is built on trust, pride, and camaraderie—not just great perks.

We are looking for a Network Engineer.

What We Expect From You

• Experience: 5+ years as a Network Engineer.
• Certifications: CCNP, JNCIP, or equivalent level of expertise.
• Strong knowledge of routing protocols, data center networking, and network architecture.

Hard Skills:

• Cisco Equipment: Hands-on experience with Catalyst, Nexus, and Firepower series.
• Networking Protocols: VXLAN EVPN, Firepower/ASA, BGP, OSPF, MSTP/RSTP, GRE, L2TP, IPSEC, LACP, vPC.
• Operating Systems: Networking in Linux, Hyper-V, VMware environments.
• Automation: Python, Ansible (network process automation).
• Cloud Networking: AWS, Azure, GCP integration with on-prem networks.
• Monitoring: Zabbix (templates, maps, triggers), Grafana, PRTG, NetBox.
• Troubleshooting Tools: iPerf, tcpdump, Wireshark, mtr, traceroute, nmap.

Soft Skills

• English at least B1 level.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.
• Clear communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• High emotional intelligence, calm under pressure.
• Commitment to continuous learning.

What do we offer

• REMOTE OPPORTUNITY to work full time;
• Vacation 28 calendar days per year;
• 7 wellness days per year (time off) that can be used to deal with household issues, to lie down and recover without taking sick leave;
• Bonuses up to $5000 for recommending successful applicants for positions in the company;
• 50% payment for professional training, international conferences and meetings;
• Corporate discount for English lessons;
• Health benefits. According to the paychecks, if you are not eligible for corporate medical insurance, the company will compensate you with up to $1,000 gross per year per employee. This can be spent on self-purchase of health insurance or on doctor’s fees for yourself and close relatives (spouse, children).
• Workplace organization. The company provides all employees with an equipped workplace and all the necessary equipment (table, armchair, wifi, etc.) in our offices or co-working locations. In the other locations, the company provides reimbursement of workplace costs up to $1000 gross once every 3 years, according to the paychecks. This money can be spent on the rent of the co-working room, on equipping the working place at home (desk, chair, Internet, etc.) during those 3 years;
• Internal gamified gratitude system: receive bonuses from colleagues and exchange them for merch, team building activities, massage certificates, etc.

Sounds good? Join us now!