At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and implement secure, scalable network architectures for advanced communications systems.
- Company: Join a leading engineering team in Bristol with a hybrid work model.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting role with potential for SC clearance and career advancement.
- Why this job: Lead innovative networking projects and make a real impact in secure communications.
- Qualifications: Strong networking skills, experience with L2/L3 technologies, and leadership abilities.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We are seeking a Principal Network Engineer to join an advanced engineering team building secure and resilient communications systems. You will design distributed network architectures, develop secure connectivity solutions, and provide technical leadership across complex networking projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement scalable network architectures
- Develop secure overlay and software-defined networking solutions
- Own routing, traffic engineering, and network performance
- Build network observability and monitoring capabilities
- Produce architecture documentation and provide technical leadership
- Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver robust networking solutions
Skills & Experience
- Strong networking fundamentals including routing and L2/L3 technologies
- Experience with overlay networking and VPN technologies
- Strong Linux networking knowledge
- Experience with automation and infrastructure-as-code
- Familiarity with secure network architectures and PKI
- Ability to lead technically while remaining hands-on
- Must be eligible for SC clearance
Desirable
- Experience with wireless or distributed networking environments
- Background in telecommunications, defence, or critical infrastructure
- Knowledge of network telemetry and observability platforms
Principal Network Engineer employer: IO Associates
Join a forward-thinking company in Bristol that values innovation and collaboration, offering a dynamic work culture where your expertise as a Principal Network Engineer will be recognised and rewarded. With competitive salaries and hybrid working options, we prioritise employee growth through continuous learning opportunities and a commitment to developing cutting-edge networking solutions. Experience the unique advantage of working in a vibrant city known for its tech community, while contributing to secure and resilient communications systems that make a real impact.
