Network Engineer

About Position:

We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to manage and enhance data centre and cloud networking environments. The role involves ensuring high availability, scalability, and security of infrastructure while supporting hybrid cloud integrations and automation initiatives.

Role:
Network Engineer

Location:

All Persistent Locations

Experience:

8+ years
Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do:

Oversee and maintain data centre infrastructure, including network switches and ESXi hosts
Provide engineering support for data centre and AWS cloud networking
Execute patching and updates of physical and virtual infrastructure in line with security and compliance standards
Collaborate with Dev Ops and Customer Support teams to improve system resilience and reliability
Enhance patching efficiency through standardised and automated processes
Design and support secure, scalable AWS networking architectures
Enable hybrid networking solutions for seamless data transfer and cost optimisation
Participate in Disaster Recovery (DR) and Business Continuity (BCP) testing activities
Ensure high availability through proactive monitoring and engineering best practices
Escalate and track unresolved issues for timely resolution and governance visibility
Provide compliance evidence for audits including patch reports, configuration baselines, and DR records
Drive infrastructure improvements to enhance scalability, reduce cost, and increase resilience

Expertise You'll Bring:

Strong experience in routing and switching using NX-OS and Cisco IOS platforms
Hands-on expertise with firewall technologies including Junos and Cisco firewalls
Solid knowledge of data centre networking concepts and infrastructure management

Experience with AWS networking (VPC, subnets, routing, security groups, load balancers)
Proficiency in Python scripting for automation and network management
Exposure to network automation tools and frameworks is an added advantage
Experience in hybrid cloud networking and integration strategies
Understanding of security, compliance, and patch management best practices
Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to handle complex network issues
Familiarity with DR/BCP processes and infrastructure resilience practices
Ability to work collaboratively across teams and support production environments

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package
Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
Annual health check-ups
Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

Let's unleash your full potential at Persistent
- 'Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.'