Senior Network Engineer, Low Latency

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join their global infrastructure team, playing a pivotal role in delivering advanced network solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the design, engineering, and oversight of network infrastructure, with a focus on colocation environments and ultra-low latency trading infrastructures. Key Responsibilities: - Architect, engineer, and manage network components, including core network switching, firewalls, load balancers, telemetry, network CMDB, and automation. - Drive full lifecycle management (architecture, design, build, operation, and retirement) of network solutions for a high-performance network estate. - Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of complex network infrastructures using a software-driven and automation-first approach. - Oversee the successful delivery of network solutions for both corporate infrastructure and specialized ultra-low latency environments. - Build and maintain strong relationships with senior vendors and engineering teams, ensuring the network infrastructure remains cutting-edge by staying informed on market trends and emerging technologies. What Were Looking For: - Expertise in high-performance network design, engineering, and implementation, particularly in trading and low-latency environments. - In-depth knowledge of network vendor products, including Cisco, Arista, and Fortinet, with the ability to leverage vendor roadmaps and deliver impactful solutions. - Proven experience with software-driven network architectures, agile methodologies, and automation. - Strong experience in wide-area network engineering, including traffic prioritization and steering. Familiarity with Segment Routing would be a plus. - Ability to collaborate with project management and network teams, taking full responsibility for delivering complex and high-performance network infrastructures. - A deep understanding of the network vendor ecosystem and the ability to manage senior-level vendor relationships. Your Background: - Extensive experience in delivering complex networks at scale, with a focus on automation, instrumentation, and telemetry frameworks. - Strong technical leadership in managing and evolving high-performance network infrastructures. - A forward-thinking mindset, committed to ensuring the network infrastructure remains innovative and aligned with the latest industry trends. If you're ready to take on a senior role in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, our client would love to hear from you! Originally posted on Himalayas