Network Engineer – Extreme Networks & CATO Stuttgart, Germany

🏢 Recruiting Company: Primus Global
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Job Location:

Stuttgart, Germany
💼 Job Type: Contract, Hybrid (2–3 days onsite per week)
📧 Application Method: j

Primus Global is seeking a seasoned Network Engineer with deep expertise in Extreme Networks and CATO to lead enterprise-grade network deployments and optimizations. This role is pivotal in ensuring high-performance, secure, and scalable network infrastructure across a dynamic hybrid environment.

• Manage and optimize CATO devices and Extreme switches/APs
• Design and deploy Extreme Networks solutions across enterprise environments
• Lead network upgrades, migrations, and integrations
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and performance tuning
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers

• Minimum 8 years of hands-on network engineering experience
• Strong Layer 2/3 knowledge: VLANs, STP, OSPF, BGP, QoS
• Proficiency with Extreme Management Center (XMC), Fabric Connect, and Cloud IQ
• Experience with Python, Ansible, and network automation frameworks
• Exposure to Cisco SDN, Meraki, AWS Infrastructure, and Wireless technologies
• ECS Certification or equivalent
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

• Experience with Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) models
• Familiarity with SD-WAN and SASE architectures
• Knowledge of ITIL or other service management frameworks
• German language proficiency
• Prior experience in large-scale enterprise or telecom environments

To stand out, tailor your CV to highlight real-world deployments of Extreme Networks and CATO, especially in hybrid or multi-site environments. Showcase your automation skills with Python or Ansible, and be ready to discuss how you’ve improved network performance or security in past roles.