Network Reliability Staff Engineer

Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies in Singapore is seeking a technical specialist to build resilient network infrastructure using cutting-edge technologies including cloud-based and software-defined networking (SD-WAN, ACI, NSX). The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in network design and implementation, strong scripting skills, and a solid foundation in cloud platforms.

As part of a dynamic team, you will ensure optimal network performance, define architectural standards, and provide consultation on complex technical problems. Only Singapore Citizens will be considered for this role.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant working experience in network design and implementation.
• Strong knowledge of complex network environments and site reliability engineering.
• Experience in managing campus and data center network infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design network infrastructure for optimal performance.
• Define architectural standards that enhance security and scalability.
• Provide network consultation to project teams for complex technical problems.

Skills

Network design and implementation

Cloud platforms

Scripting languages (Ansible, Python, PowerShell)

Git

Terraform

Kubernetes

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Technical leadership

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or related fields

Tools

SD-WAN

ACI

NSX

Job description

You will be part of the dynamic team responsible for building resilient network infrastructure using cutting-edge technologies such as cloud-based and software-defined networking e.g. SD-WAN, ACI and NSX. You must have a good understanding of IT infrastructure systems, and knowledge in the latest networking technologies and platforms. You will be a technical specialist in a team, and must be keen to take on new challenges and keep abreast with rapidly evolving technology landscape.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design and modernise complex network infrastructure to achieve optimal network performance to ensure scalable, sustainable and secure operations
• Define architectural standards, reference models and guidelines that enhance security, resiliency and scalability
• Drive actionable insights with good telemetry data to ensure meeting SLA
• Envision and identify selected network technologies to meet future needs, keeping pulse with industry early trends and development
• Provide network consultation to project teams for system deployment, working with various stakeholders to resolve complex technical problems and optimise network performance

Requirements (Minimum Qualifications)

• Background in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, Information Technology or related fields
• At least 5 years of relevant working experience in network design, implementation and/or operations
• Manage complex network environment with strong network knowledge and skills
• Manage campus and data centre network infrastructure with emphasis on network observability for site reliability engineering
• Knowledge in Git, Terraform, Kubernetes
• Strong knowledge in cloud platforms, automation at scale using scripting languages (e.g. Ansible, Python, PowerShell), storage networking and software defined networking will be an added advantage
• Deep expertise in networking domain with broad knowledge on inter-dependent technologies and understanding of trending technologies
• Good communication skills, system thinking and excellent problem-solving skills
• Technical leadership and mentoring/coaching experience
• Strong team player and highly motivated

Nice-to-haves

• Certifications in networking domain such as CCNA/CCNP, VCP (Network Virtualisation)

As CSIT is an agency under the Ministry of Defence (Singapore), only Singapore Citizens will be considered.