Network Platform Engineer – CISCO, Hybrid Cloud Networking (Azure/AWS), Next-Gen Firewalls, IaC, SRE, Automation, AI-Enabled Ops – Hedge Fund – Permanent – Up to £85,000 p.a – Hybrid.
My Client, a Leading Private Hedge Fund, are looking for a Network Platform Engineer to join their London based Infrastructure Platform Team on a permanent basis. This role is Hybrid, offering 4days/week in the office.
You’ll manage, support, and enhance the firm’s global network infrastructure, including data networks, telecommunications, network security, advanced IP services, and unified communications. You’ll sit within the Infrastructure Platform team, working across other core platforms including Linux, Storage, Windows and Hypervisors. You will be responsible for the design and build network products for on‑premises data centres, colocation trading, offices, WAN, and cloud infrastructure, as well as design and deliver project work across all networking disciplines and wider infrastructure platforms.
The firm is growing its hybrid networking capabilities across on premises/colocation, Azure and AWS, and is looking for engineers who can design, build, and support robust, deterministic cloud network environments. You’ll also help adopt modern technology practices, including Infrastructure as Code, AI-enabled operations, automation-led delivery, and SRE practices, with the chance to contribute to the architecture and roadmap for the firm’s networks and platforms.
What you’ll bring
- Experience in a Financial Institution or Trading Environment is an advantage
- Deep Hands-On Knowledge Cisco (Cisco ACI, Switching, Routing), Catalyst and Nexus platforms, and firewalls
- Strong, broad networking experience across data networks, WAN, security, and advanced IP services Industry experience
- Hands-on experience operating and maintaining next-generation firewall platforms
- Experience designing, building, and supporting hybrid networks across on premises/colocation, Azure and AWS
- Infrastructure as Code and automation skills, with an SRE mindset
- An understanding of how wider infrastructure platforms (Linux, Storage, Windows, Hypervisors) integrate and co-exist
- Solid Unix operating system knowledge and operational experience (advantageous)
- Experience managing third-party vendors, data centre providers, and telecoms providers
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Network Platform Engineer in London employer: Morson Edge (Financial Services)
Morson Edge offers a dynamic and supportive work environment in the heart of London, where innovation meets security in cloud operations. Employees benefit from a culture that prioritises professional growth, with opportunities to enhance skills in Azure administration and security practices. The company's commitment to a collaborative atmosphere ensures that every team member's contributions are valued, making it an excellent choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
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Morson Edge (Financial Services) Recruitment Team
