Senior Network Engineer

Please note: This is to assist candidates in assessing their suitability for the role. The range does not represent a longer term salary commitment for the role., We are looking for a Senior Network Engineer to join our Group Technology Platform Team. The successful candidate will work across a number of business driven projects in the Network technology space - providing technical input to the design, configuration and build out of ITV's networks. These projects will be focussed on network infrastructure projects that aim to optimise the performance, reliability, investment and operating costs of ITV's network infrastructure., We are looking for a Senior Network Engineer to join the Group Technology Platform Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical input to the design and operation of ITV's networks. The role will be predominantly focussed on project delivery of network infrastructure projects that aim to optimise the performance, reliability, investment and operating costs of ITV's network infrastructure.

The role will entail but not be limited to:

• Working on multiple implementation projects at any one-time, balancing the needs of those by prioritisation and stakeholder management.


• Plenty of routing configuration and change; a strong working knowledge of a number of network protocols including BGP.


• Preparing low-level network designs in line with high level designs specified by Network Architects.


• Creating, maintaining and reviewing operational and technical design documentation


• Drafting technical requirements for ITV third party delivery partners


• Conducting detailed analysis of network performance statistics using a variety of tools.


• Producing implementation scripts, test plans and change controls for all network changes.


• Building network infrastructure, test and deployment of network changes.


• Driving Operational and User Acceptance testing, as appropriate, with different user groups and areas of the business; to ensure functional and nonfunctional requirements have been delivered.


• Having an ability to dive into the detail - for example in analysing and improving the Wireless experience by reviewing incident & problem data and identifying trends/causes/configuration changes as appropriate.


• Providing ad hoc third-line support and subject matter expertise to resolve complex problems.


• Engage with other ITV technical teams to drive through network changes that require their support - e.g platforms/Cloud teams, Identity, Devices.


• Providing ad hoc third-line support and subject matter expertise to resolve complex problems.


• Keeping the project manager informed of progress against plan and raise risks and issues as required
  
  Network design, implementation and administration experience


• Experience of working with a number of the following: -



• Cisco router platforms and switches including Nexus;


• Wireless Infrastructure and Monitoring capability;


• Firewalls such as Palo Alto, NSX & Cisco;


• SASE / Zero Trust solutions such as Zscaler;


• Data centres;


• SD-WAN technologies such as Meraki


Strong understanding of EIGRP, BGP, OSPF and IP multicast

Network monitoring and management tools such as Solarwinds, Cisco Prime, Cisco DNAC & IPAM toolsets.

Good communication skills - ability to work to different audiences across ITV's business, gather requirements and translate these into technical / business speak as necessary.

Experience in automation and coding would be beneficial

Qualifications:

• CCNP or equivalent certification


Other things we're looking for (key criteria)

• Experience in an operation support or hands-on project role


• Worked in a large corporate organisation


• Strong communication skills and ability to build strong working relationships


• Ability to influence and relay information to senior team members confidently
  
  Shaping culture is in the DNA of ITV. So, it's not surprising that you'll find us in every home in the UK, our productions are famous all over the world and we're at the forefront of the digital streaming revolution.


When you join us, you enter a fun working environment. With opportunities to learn, to grow and make a real difference. Small enough that your impact's felt in the business, but big enough that your impact reaches millions of people.

Come develop your skills, change TV and the course of your career. Don't just watch it. Be part of it. Join ITV.


• Flexible working with a range of options to suit everyone


• Generous holiday allowance, plus you can buy more


• Annual bonus opportunity


• Competitive pension contribution


• Save as you earn - with an opportunity to buy ITV shares


• Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life

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