Senior Network Engineer

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Job Title: Senior Network EngineerLocation: Bournemouth, DorsetSalary: Competitive depending on experienceJob type: Full time, PermanentFounded in 2016, Ekco is a global innovator in cloud solutions, working with integrity and a personal approach with customers and partners to deliver a comprehensive suite of end-to-end managed IT services.In a few words, we take businesses to the cloud and back!We have over 260 colleagues (and counting) across a number of regional offices in Ireland, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands. Our team members enjoy collaboration in family-friendly working environments that support personal autonomy, development & goal-centred ambition, and an overall shared commitment to deliver market-leading cloud services.About the role:Our clients and internal stakeholders are looking for assistance integrating and connecting datacentres and cloud infrastructure. Ekco is a multinational ISP and the ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of datacenter connectivity, OSPF, BGP, and DDoS Mitigation.Ekco's datacenter environments require expert setup and configuration in line with best-practice guidelines, complete with the requisite monitoring and alerting necessary for ongoing support.As a senior network engineer, your responsibilities will include the ongoing management and maintenance of existing network infrastructure, responding to incidents, along with writing detailed implementation plans for network changes, and implementing projects.The ideal candidate will also work with network engineers from other parts of the organization throughout Europe to participate in the design and rollout of a core network refresh using the latest vendor technologies applicable in 2021/2022.The successful Candidate will have/ be:Essential SkillsHighly proficient in routing and switchingDetailed understanding of network routing and switching protocols including OSPF, BGP, STP, VRRP.Detailed understanding of firewalls, VPNs, network security and traffic managementWorking knowledge of Oxidized, RANCID, or other network backup toolsManagement and deployment of network monitoring solutionsHigh standard of written documentation and annotated diagramsConfident in obtaining requirements and creating designs to meet technical challenges for our stakeholdersDesired SkillsExperience of automated deployment of cloud or physical network infrastructureExperience of supporting network equipment of varying vendors including Cisco, Juniper and Mellanox (Cumulus Linux)Experience in building highly available modern network solutionsWAN and ISP integration skillsRecent experience in rolling out and/or refreshing datacenter core networksWhy Ekco?The biggest Irish Cloud Company and one of the fastest-growing cloud solution providers in EuropeYoung company with a flat structure, growing through acquisitionsVMware & veeam top partner statusOur company culture is exceptional and comes from a shared vision of delivering market-leading cloud services in an unbeatable work environmentFlexible working with a family-friendly focus at the very core of our company valuesBeautiful office locations across the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands (with parking spots) with highly talented, caring, and supportive colleaguesWork from home culture - even after COVIDWe do not offer VISA sponsorship.Experience with software-defined networks, automation, and API integrationPlease click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.STRICTLY NO AGENCIESCandidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Microsoft Servers, Infrastructure Engineer, IT Systems Engineer, Senior IT Engineer, Systems Administrator, 3rd Line Support Engineer, Network Support, Server Support Technician, Network Engineer, IT Manager, Implementation Manager, Transformation Manager, IT Network Project Manager, IT Network Support Engineer may also be considered for this role.