Network Engineer
Posted Today by GDH
Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
Remote
Summary: A Junior Network Engineer is tasked with supporting network infrastructure updates and data center operations in a remote setting. The role requires coordination with remote technicians for maintenance activities, executing network cutovers, and assisting with equipment migrations during off-hours. Strong communication skills and a foundational understanding of networking concepts are essential for effective data center support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with senior engineering team members to plan and review network modifications and maintenance schedules.
- Lead and coordinate remotely with data center/cabling technicians during scheduled maintenance windows.
- Execute network cutovers, including transitioning from legacy systems to new infrastructure.
- Remotely access and configure network devices to implement logical connection changes.
- Validate connectivity and troubleshoot issues during and after migration activities.
- Interpret network diagrams, floor plans, and documentation to optimize maintenance procedures.
- Provide real-time virtual guidance to on-site technicians to ensure accurate execution of tasks.
- Ensure all network changes comply with established procedures to minimize service disruptions.
- Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities and configuration changes.
- Support troubleshooting efforts during live migrations and post-maintenance validation.
Key Skills:
- Foundational knowledge of networking concepts such as routing, switching, VLANs, and IP addressing.
- Experience utilizing remote access tools and command-line interfaces for network device configuration.
- Ability to read and interpret network diagrams, physical layouts, and documentation.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for coordinating remote team activities.
- Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures during off-hours maintenance.
- Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in live network environments.
- Prior experience supporting data center operations or cabling teams.
- Familiarity with network migration and cutover processes.
- Exposure to enterprise networking equipment, such as Cisco, Juniper, or Arista.
- Understanding of change management practices in network environments.
Salary (Rate): £50.00 hourly
City: undetermined
Country: undetermined
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Detailed Description From Employer:
Role Summary
A Junior Network Engineer responsible for supporting network infrastructure updates and data center operations in a remote environment. The role involves coordinating maintenance activities with remote technicians, executing network cutovers, and assisting with equipment migrations during scheduled off-hours. This position requires strong communication skills and a foundational understanding of networking concepts to ensure smooth and efficient data center support.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with senior engineering team members to plan and review network modifications and maintenance schedules.
- Lead and coordinate remotely with data center/cabling technicians during scheduled maintenance windows.
- Execute network cutovers, including transitioning from legacy systems to new infrastructure.
- Remotely access and configure network devices to implement logical connection changes.
- Validate connectivity and troubleshoot issues during and after migration activities.
- Interpret network diagrams, floor plans, and documentation to optimize maintenance procedures.
- Provide real-time virtual guidance to on-site technicians to ensure accurate execution of tasks.
- Ensure all network changes comply with established procedures to minimize service disruptions.
- Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities and configuration changes.
- Support troubleshooting efforts during live migrations and post-maintenance validation.
Qualifications
- Foundational knowledge of networking concepts such as routing, switching, VLANs, and IP addressing.
- Experience utilizing remote access tools and command-line interfaces for network device configuration.
- Ability to read and interpret network diagrams, physical layouts, and documentation.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for coordinating remote team activities.
- Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures during off-hours maintenance.
- Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in live network environments.
- Prior experience supporting data center operations or cabling teams.
- Familiarity with network migration and cutover processes.
- Exposure to enterprise networking equipment, such as Cisco, Juniper, or Arista.
- Understanding of change management practices in network environments.
Publishing Pay Range: $50.00 - $55.00 USD Hourly
This is a fully remote role and can be performed from an approved location.