Senior IP Core Network Engineer | MPLS | BGP | Tier-1 Telco

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Your role

As an IP Network Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing IP networks within the telecom domain. You’ll ensure secure, stable, and high-performing infrastructure by configuring network devices, troubleshooting issues, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet technical requirements.

You will play a key role in:

• Planning, designing, and deploying IP networks in the telecom domain.
• Configuring and managing routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices.
• Applying and maintaining security policies, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and network access control (NAC).
• Diagnosing and resolving network issues to maintain stability and performance.
• Creating and maintaining documentation for network configurations, procedures, and policies, aligned with industry standards.
• Partnering with IT professionals and stakeholders to meet network requirements.
• Auditing and managing IP addresses to ensure proper allocation and usage.
• Tracking performance, identifying bottlenecks, and optimizing configurations.
• Conducting regular maintenance, upgrades, and patching to enhance system stability and security.
• Implementing safeguards to protect infrastructure and data from unauthorized access.
• Represent Capgemini to the client and provide technical leadership to remaining Network engineers on the client engagement

Your profile

• A bachelor’s degree or tertiary qualification in computer science, telecommunications, engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant industry certifications such as Cisco (CCIE, CCNA, CCNP) are highly valued.
• Strong understanding of IP protocols (including OSPF, BGP), networking concepts, and technologies.
• Experience designing and implementing telecom network architectures, primarily IP-based mobile core network. Re-designing and implementing network flows based on the project requirements.
•  Familiarity with data center fabric technologies including ACI and EVPN-VXLAN.
• Design and configuration of telco grade firewalls and security policy management, preferably Fortinet, F5 and checkpoint firewalls.
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve network issues effectively.
• Understanding of network security principles and technologies.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

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