Senior Network Engineer (EU)

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Role Overview

You are a senior, hands‑on network engineer with deep experience across Cisco, Meraki, Check Point, SD‑WAN, and enterprise routing/switching. You are comfortable operating in complex, multi‑site, multi‑vendor environments where accuracy and speed matter.

• Architect, implement, troubleshoot, and document solutions
• Communicate clearly with customers and internal teams
• Own deployments end‑to‑end
• Analyze logs, interpret packet captures, and build rules based on findings
• Create diagrams, automate repetitive tasks, and work with global delivery teams
• Thrive in a fast‑paced environment supporting enterprise customers

What You Will Do

• Lead end‑to‑end deployments and configurations of Meraki SD‑WAN and Cisco SD‑WAN architectures.
• Design and implement secure enterprise networks, including routing, switching, wireless, segmentation, and firewall integrations.
• Architect, configure, and troubleshoot:
  • BGP, OSPF, VRFs, routing policy design
  • Cisco ISE (NAC, profiling, posture, 802. 1X)
  • Cisco WLAN (controllers, APs, RF design, optimization)
  • Check Point firewalls (rules, NAT, VPN, troubleshooting)
  • Meraki networks (MX, MS, MR, SD‑WAN, dashboard automation)
• Analyze traffic flows using packet captures, Wireshark, and firewall logs to identify issues and create/adjust firewall rules.
• Build detailed network diagrams, topology maps, runbooks, and technical documentation using Visio or Lucidchart.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting across LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, SD‑WAN, and hybrid cloud environments.
• Collaborate with Senior/Lead Architects on design validation and architectural governance.
• Participate in customer workshops and planning sessions, articulating technical decisions and trade‑offs.
• Provide escalation support during major incidents, critical cutovers, and high‑impact projects.
• Ensure best practices, standardized configurations, and security frameworks are consistently applied.

Automation & Scripting

• Develop scripts (Python, Power
  Shell, or Ansible) to automate configuration, audits, and deployment tasks.
• Contribute to reusable configuration templates, automated workflows, and network‑as‑code initiatives.
• Assist in implementing CI/CD‑style approaches for network configuration management.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Work closely with PMs, engineers, and security teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Mentor intermediate engineers and participate in technical design reviews.
• Evaluate emerging networking technologies and contribute to Jolera’s strategic roadmap.

Must‑Have Technical Expertise

• Meraki SD‑WAN – Multi‑site deployments, templates, policy configuration, routing integration.
• Cisco Networking – Catalyst, Nexus, ISR/ASR, enterprise WLAN, Cisco ISE.
• Routing & Switching: BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VRFs, LACP, VLANs, STP, Qo
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• Firewalls:
  • Check Point (strong hands‑on)
  • Meraki MX (advanced)
  • Fortigate/Palo Alto exposure (nice to have)
• Tools & Automation:
  • Visio, Lucidchart
  • Wireshark, packet capture analysis
  • Python, Ansible, YAML templates
  • Automation‑focused mindset
• Diagnostic Expertise:
  • Log analysis
  • Firewall rule evaluation
  • Packet analysis
  • Root‑cause troubleshooting

Experience & Soft Skills

• 7–12+ years of hands‑on network engineering in enterprise or MSP/GSI environments.
• Strong customer‑facing communication skills; able to explain concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple concurrent high‑priority tasks.
• Exceptional documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable in fast‑paced, high‑pressure environments with tight timelines.

Certifications

• CCNP (preferred), CCNA (required)
• Cisco SD‑WAN specialist certification (highly valued)
• Check Point CCSA/CCSE (asset)
• Meraki CMNA/CMNP (asset)

What We Offer

• Remote role with global exposure.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge global enterprise projects across multiple industries.
• Pathways to develop into Architecture and Lead‑level roles.
• Work culture that values innovation, speed, creativity, and technical mastery.

Seniority Level

1. Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

1. Contract

Job Function

1. Other
2. IT Services and IT Consulting