Network Engineer Expert

Inetum Portugal; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Inetum Portugal seeks a senior Network Architect to lead large-scale Data Center and Cloud Network transformations. You will design, implement, and operate NSX-T and ACI-based infrastructures, and drive security, automation, and performance across global client environments.

You will collaborate across functional teams, define reference architectures, deliver Terraform/Ansible/Python driven automation, and ensure alignment with business objectives while guiding modernization initiatives.

Qualifications

• Requires large-scale architecture experience and transformation leadership.
• Expertise in Data Center and Cloud Network infrastructures.
• Strong knowledge of NSX-T and ACI technologies.
• Experience with network automation and security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Define, promote, and deliver robust network infrastructure solutions.
• Lead design, deployment, and evolution of Data Center/Cloud networks.
• Provide Level 3 support and advanced troubleshooting.

Skills

NSX-T

ACI

Data Center Network

Cloud Network

Terraform

Ansible

Python

Network Design

Security Best Practices

VPN Technologies (Cisco, F5)

Firewall Technologies (Check Point, CA

Education

University degree in Engineering/IT/Telecommunications

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Python

VMware NSX-T

Job description

Inetum is a European leader in digital services, supporting organizations as they navigate continuous technological change. The company helps clients accelerate their digital transformation through a broad portfolio that includes consulting, application services, digital engineering, cloud, cybersecurity, platforms, and infrastructure services

Job Description

Service Context

• Support clientOperations One Network Program, contributing to digital transformation initiatives, connectivity enhancement, and cyber risk mitigation objectives.
• Contribute to the Data Center & Cloud product line scope, covering client Data Center and Cloud Network infrastructures including routers, switches, load balancers, Internet access, Data Center interconnection backbone, DWDM, and cloud network environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Intercloud).
• Contribute to the design, engineering, deployment, evolution, and support of Data Center and Cloud Network products and services supporting One Network Program objectives.
• Ensure alignment of network infrastructure solutions with business, security, operational, and transformation requirements.

Scope of Services (but not limited to)

• Define, promote, and deliver sustainable, robust, and secure network infrastructure solutions.
• Propose infrastructure solutions aligned with Group Security, CTO, and One Network Program requirements while supporting business and operational objectives.
• Contribute to medium- and long-term product evolution and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform advisory, assessment, solution design, secure build, and integration activities for products within scope.
• Facilitate interactions across functional domains, client IT Services, strategic partners, and technology providers.
• Ensure quality of service objectives for delivered infrastructure solutions.
• Provide advanced technical expertise on products and services within scope.
• Finalize NSX-T and ACI configurations through advanced technical expertise and deployment activities.
• Support production deployment of Data Centers and transition activities from legacy environments.
• Produce technical documentation and knowledge transfer materials.
• Provide Level 3 production support and advanced troubleshooting services.
• Contribute to Data Center Network transformation initiatives.
• Contribute to Network Automation initiatives using Terraform, Ansible, and Python for POD automation.
• Analyze business and technical requirements and propose infrastructure designs aligned with business objectives and technical strategy.
• Recommend efficient and cost-effective technology solutions aligned with infrastructure standards and transformation objectives.

Service Deliverables (but not limited to)

• Secure and sustainable network infrastructure solution designs.
• Product evolution and continuous improvement recommendations.
• NSX-T and ACI configuration deliverables.
• Data Center deployment and transition deliverables.
• Technical documentation and knowledge transfer materials.
• Level 3 support and incident resolution outputs.
• Network Automation deliverables based on Terraform, Ansible, and Python.
• Data Center Network project contributions supporting transformation objectives.
• Quality of service assessments and recommendations.
• Business and technical requirements analysis documentation.
• Infrastructure architecture recommendations and solution designs.
• Technology recommendations aligned with business and technical strategies.

Qualifications

Required Expertise

• Large-scale architecture, standardization, and transformation initiatives.
• NSX-T and ACI technologies.
• Data Center and Cloud Network technologies.
• Network Automation using Terraform, Ansible, and Python.
• Network and Cloud design patterns.
• Security solutions and infrastructure best practices.
• Load Balancer technologies.
• Switch Fabric technologies.
• VMware NSX-T.
• Network Security technologies.
• SASE solutions.
• VPN technologies including Cisco and F5.
• Firewall technologies including Check Point, Palo Alto, Cisco, and AlgoSec.
• Web Gateway technologies including McAfee.
• Segmentation technologies and Identity Services.
• Voice, WiFi, SD-WAN, LAN, WAN, and MPLS technologies.
• Network infrastructure troubleshooting and Level 3 support.
• Infrastructure architecture and technical solution design.

Service Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Telecommunications, or related domain.
• Minimum 8 years of expertise within the Network domain in international and matrix organizational environments.
• Expertise in Data Center and Cloud Network infrastructure environments.
• Expertise in infrastructure transformation and modernization initiatives.
• Expertise in current Network and Infrastructure challenges, trends, and technical evolution.
• Established technical engagement with major technology providers.
• Delivery of high-quality technical outputs within constrained planning environments.
• Expertise in requirements analysis covering both business and technical domains.
• Expertise in recommending technology solutions aligned with business objectives and technical strategy.
• Expertise within global and multicultural delivery environments.

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