Manager, Network Engineering Our client is building the next generation of payments infrastructure and looking for a hands-on Network Engineering Manager to lead a team responsible for designing, delivering, and maintaining our global network estate. You will operate as a player-coach: developing talent while staying technically engaged across the full network function. The Role You will own network architecture, design, administration, and optimisation across the enterprise, maintaining 5 9's availability in a 24/7 environment. You will act as the senior technical lead across network initiatives, liaising with Engineering, Security, and Architecture, and provide regular reporting to the CTO office on performance, security, and service levels. Key responsibilities include infrastructure lifecycle management (switches, routers, firewalls, load balancers, compute, and storage), capacity planning, disaster recovery planning and testing, change and incident management, and maintaining technical documentation and standards. Required Experience and Skills 11+ years of enterprise network design and support 6+ years as a technical lead or architect Hands-on expertise with Cisco, Juniper, and Palo Alto technologies (WAN/LAN) Strong knowledge of BGP, VXLAN, L4-L7 load balancing, VPN, DNS, and Layer 2/3 protocols Scripting ability in Bash, PowerShell, Python, or similar Experience with network security (NAC, packet decryption/re-encryption, certificate management) Disaster recovery planning and implementation Degree-level education or equivalent experience Desirable AWS or Azure experience VoIP implementation and support Certifications: JNCIP, JNCIE, PCNSA, PCNSE, or ITIL Package Annual Bonus Flexible holidays - unlimited PTO Private Medical Insurance, including optical and dental Income Protection Work From Home allowance Pension Contributions (5% employer contributions, rising to 7% after 3 years) Please apply now if you are meeting the above criteria or contact Andrew Harrison directly. Skills: Cisco Juniper Palo Alto BGP Network Engineering Manager Firewall WAN/LAN Benefits: Work From Home
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Manager, Network Engineering in London employer: Ocho
Join a forward-thinking UK technology company that is at the forefront of AI innovation, where you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive and fast-paced environment. With a strong emphasis on mentorship from senior engineers, flexible working patterns, and the chance to own your projects early on, this role offers a unique pathway for professional growth in AI engineering. The company's commitment to an AI-first culture ensures that you will be working with cutting-edge tools and technologies, making a real impact in complex customer environments.
