Senior Network Engineer

• Up to £60,000 + excellent benefits package
• Hybrid - 3 days on-site per week
• Central London

This is a rare opportunity to become a technical leader within a close-knit, high-performing team that supports mission-critical networks for some of the most demanding customers in the UK. You’ll have genuine autonomy, the chance to architect and deliver projects end-to-end, and the support of a wider engineering group when tackling the most complex challenges.Job Title: Senior Network Engineer  Job Type: Permanent Salary: Up to £60,000 + excellent benefits package Location: Central London Working Arrangement: 3 days on-site per week The Role:  As a Senior Network Engineer, you will be responsible for the proactive support, design, and evolution of customer network environments. Day-to-day you will:

• Own and drive customer tickets through to resolution while delivering exceptional communication and exceeding SLAs
• Act as a subject-matter expert across multi-vendor environments (Cisco, Fortinet, Juniper, and others)
• Design, plan, and implement project-based network changes and greenfield deployments
• Proactively monitor, identify, and resolve issues while recommending configuration improvements
• Automate repetitive tasks through scripting and streamline processes
• Perform firmware/software upgrades and maintain accurate asset and documentation records
• Uphold rigorous change control and security best practices, including vulnerability management
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to the continuous improvement of systems and processes

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Senior or Lead Network Engineer within a managed service or enterprise environment
• Deep, hands-on expertise with Cisco (CCNP level or equivalent highly desirable), Fortinet, Juniper, and other leading vendors
• Strong understanding of network topology, routing/switching, firewalling, and the interaction between physical, virtual, and cloud layers
• Demonstrable troubleshooting skills on complex, multi-site networks
• Experience in designing and delivering network projects from concept through to implementation
• Scripting/automation skills (Python, Ansible, or similar) to improve efficiency
• Solid grasp of IT security principles and vulnerability management
• Excellent customer-facing skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly
• Relevant industry certifications (CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, Fortinet NSE, etc.) strongly preferred

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