IP Design Specialist- CCIE

Job Title: IP Design Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Network Engineer with strong experience in service provider and data centre switching and routing. The ideal candidate will possess extensive networking expertise, a proactive approach to technical development, and the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly across both technical and business teams.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven networking expertise with the ability to learn and apply new technologies quickly.

• Senior-level knowledge of service provider and data centre routing and switching.

• Experience with on-premises and hybrid cloud environments (advantageous).

• Exposure to network automation and Scripting (eg, Python, Ansible) is highly desirable.

• Highly self-motivated, showing initiative and ownership of technical growth and industry standards.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills - able to explain complex topics simply and collaborate effectively across teams.

Technical Competencies

Essential:

• Deep experience with MPLS, data centre routing, and switching design and implementation.

• Strong understanding of redundant, highly available network architectures.

• In-depth knowledge of the OSI model, TCP/IP stack, and advanced troubleshooting.

• Expertise in BGP, MPLS, and other enterprise routing protocols.

• L2 and L3 network design, operations, and troubleshooting.

• WAN routing and traffic engineering.

• Hands-on experience with major network vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, F5, and Fortinet.

• Strong understanding of SNMP, NTP, TACACS+, SYSLOG, and other standard network protocols.

• Analytical and problem-solving mindset with excellent planning and prioritization skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver to tight deadlines.

• Flexibility to work out of hours when required for network changes.

Desirable:

• Experience or knowledge of network automation technologies such as YANG, OpenConfig, NETCONF, RESTCONF, Ansible, Python.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.

Qualifications

• Relevant Service Provider Routing and/or Security certifications (eg, CCIE, JNCIE, SRA, or equivalent).

• Equivalent demonstrable experience will also be considered.