Network Infrastructure Manager

Edison Smart®; Doha; On-site; QAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Edison Smart® is seeking a senior network infrastructure leader to design and govern enterprise-scale networks, ensuring SLA compliance and on-time delivery. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team of network engineers and project managers to execute large-scale projects and optimize existing infrastructure.

The role requires deep expertise in routing/switching, BGP, OSPF, and cloud integration, plus strong vendor management and risk governance skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master degree in computer science, information systems, or related field.
• CCIE certification or equivalent highly recommended.
• Strong leadership and vendor-management experience.

Responsibilities

• Create high-level plans, rules, and designs for enterprise networks and technology systems.
• Oversee large-scale network projects, ensure on-time delivery and quality.
• Negotiate SLAs and contracts with vendors and service providers.
• Provide strategic direction for network infrastructure alignment with business goals.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team of network engineers and project managers.

Skills

Network architecture

Leadership

Vendor management

Strategic planning

Risk management

Project management

CCIE (SP/R&S/Wireless/DC)

BGP & MP-BGP

LDP & MPLS-TE

Cloud integration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master in CS / CIS / IS Management / Engineering

CCIE certification

PMP certification

Tools

Cisco IOS/NX-OS

ACI

NSX

SD-WAN

Monitoring tools

Job description

• Creates high level plans, rules, and designs for networks and technology systems needed to support the business.
• Makes plans for networks and communication systems, sets service level agreements, and organizes the Network infrastructure to meet these agreements.
• Oversees networking and infrastructure projects, identifies and reduces risks, ensures projects are completed on time and with good quality, and makes sure resources are used effectively.
• Negotiates agreements for network services, diagnoses issues, and takes action to improve service delivery.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for network infrastructure that align with the company’s goals and objectives.
• Provide visionary leadership to guide the evolution of the network infrastructure to meet future business needs.
• Oversee the execution of large-scale network infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and business requirements.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Establish project governance frameworks and ensure adherence to best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation within the network infrastructure domain.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and trends to enhance network capabilities and performance.
• Optimize existing infrastructure to improve efficiency, scalability, and reliability.
• Communicate project status, risks, and outcomes effectively to stakeholders at all levels.
• Lead, and develop a high-performing team of network engineers and project managers.
• Ensure the team is equipped with the necessary skills and resources to succeed.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with network infrastructure projects and operations.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key vendors and partners.
• Negotiate contracts and service level agreements (SLAs) to ensure optimal service delivery and value.
• Monitor vendor performance and address any issues proactively.
• Disaster recovery plans for testing of recovery procedures and ensures that the network and infrastructure meet all agreed performance targets and service levels.
• Keeps track of the ICT market to learn about new technologies like cloud computing, SaaS, and data analytics. Evaluates their usefulness and potential value for the Organization.
• Supervises professional, technical and support staff engaged in performing duties related to specialization.

Communication/Documentation Skill

• Ability to clearly explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in creating accurate and accessible documentation for projects and procedures.
• Skill in negotiating with vendors and resolving conflicts to ensure project success.
• Communicate project status, issues, and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders clearly and concisely.
• Essential skills for drafting comprehensive and effective RFPs, RFQs, and similar documents to facilitate successful vendor selection and project execution.

Problem Solving Skills

• Capable of leading and providing guidance to the team to resolve complex network infrastructure problems.
• Capable to resolve issues escalated internally.
• Minimum 15 years of in managing enterprise level network environments, supporting large business organizations.
• Extensive experience in designing, delivering, and operating large scale, branch wide, and multi site distributed network infrastructures.
• Proven experience working in client operational environments with multi tenancy models, shared infrastructure, and service segregation requirements.
• Strong understanding of network technologies, architectures, protocols, security, resilience, and industry best practices across core, data center, WAN, and access networks.
• Demonstrated ability to balance deep technical expertise with managerial, operational, and strategic responsibilities.
• Solid knowledge of project and program management methodologies, including planning, execution, risk management, and delivery governance.
• Strong knowledge of financial management, budgeting, procurement processes including RFP preparation, technical evaluation, and vendor selection, as well as negotiation and management of complex technical contracts and SLAs.
• Proven track record of strategic planning, service optimization, and continuous improvement in complex IT and network environments.
• Strong leadership capability to manage, mentor, and develop multi disciplinary technical teams.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and negotiation skills, particularly in client facing and vendor managed environments.
• Possession of a recognized bachelor’s or Master degree in computer science, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems Management, Computer Engineering or a related area.
• Significant experience in network infrastructure management, typically 8+ years, supported by a minimum of 10 years of technical network experience in enterprise level, multi site and large business organization environments.
• Relevant certifications such as CCIE (SP, R&S, Wireless, or Data Center) (Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert) is highly recommended.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent is plus.
• Experience with Routing and switching, including protocols like TCP/IP, OSPF, and BGP.
• Skill in using monitoring tools to oversee network performance and optimize efficiency.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve network issues promptly.
• Knowledge of capacity planning methodologies to ensure network scalability and performance.
• Understanding of disaster recovery planning and implementation, ensuring network resilience.
• Experience in managing relationships with network hardware/software vendors and service providers.
• Familiarity with cloud computing concepts and integration of cloud services into network infrastructure.
• Knowledge in Virtualization technologies like ACI, NSX, SD-WAN, SD-ACESS etc.
• Proficiency in wireless networking, including 802.11 Standards, Wireless Controllers, RF Management, SSID Configuration, Wireless Security, Tunneling and Encryption.
• Proficiency in LDP, L3VPN, L2VPN, VPLS, AToM, CsC, Inter-AS, MPLS-TE, and FRR.
• Expertise in Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) and Multi-Protocol BGP (MP-BGP) for routing and managing network traffic.