Job Summary

The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for overseeing the implementation and maintenance of the organization's network infrastructure. This role involves leading a team of network engineers and technicians to ensure the network operates efficiently, securely, and meets the organization's business needs. The Senior Network Engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop strategic plans for network growth and improvement, manages vendor relationships, and ensures compliance with industry standards and best practices. Additionally, the Senior Network Engineer plays a key role in budget planning, resource allocation, and providing technical guidance and mentorship to team members. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

Roles & Responsibilities:

As a Meraki/LAN Network Engineer Expert, you would:

• Design, implement, and support Meraki switching and wireless solutions to meet the organisation's networking requirements.
• Configure and maintain Meraki switches, access points, and wireless controllers to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues related to Meraki switching and WiFi infrastructure, including but not limited to VLANs, routing, QoS, and security.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement network infrastructure changes, upgrades, and expansions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and support staff on Meraki networking technologies and best practices.
• Monitor network performance and security, proactively identify and resolve issues, and implement improvements to optimise network operations.
• Document network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps to maintain accurate records and facilitate knowledge sharing.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to Meraki networking solutions.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering roles, with a focus on Meraki switching and WiFi.
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with Meraki networking products, including MX security appliances, MS switches, and MR access points.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking, VLANs, routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP), and network security principles.
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools, such as SolarWinds, PRTG, or Nagios.
• Cisco certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE) or Meraki certifications (e.g., CMNO, CMNA) are highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively interact with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Candidate Specifications :

Desirable Skills:

• Ability to conduct & inspect packet captures to analyse the network stack
• Understanding and interpreting data from NPMs & Synthetic Monitoring tools
• Efficient Splunk User and ability to create on-demand queries and dashboards
• Experience working with CSPs, including Azure & AWS, and Multi-Cloud Networking Tools
• Critical thinking & methodical approach to troubleshooting
• Able to work under pressure scenarios and effectively prioritise alerts
• Quick learner and able to adapt ways of working in a constantly changing environment
• Experience with scripting languages, especially Python, and with Automation tools such as Phantom, Ansible and Terraform

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