Proximus Global (BICS) is seeking a highly motivated Senior IP Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain robust and secure IP solutions that meet customer requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong problem-solving abilities along with deep expertise in network administration and architecture.
Key Responsibilities:
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Configure and troubleshoot a variety of network architectures
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Design, test, and deploy technical solutions driven by business and operational needs, incorporating the latest technology advancements
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Lead network design initiatives including topology planning, capacity forecasting, and redundancy strategies
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Act as an escalation point for complex incidents and drive root cause analysis
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Mentor mid-level and junior engineers through knowledge sharing and technical guidance
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Create, maintain, and update system documentation and network design guidelines
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Manage the full software and hardware lifecycle of network infrastructure
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Engage with vendors, carriers, and peering partners on technical and strategic matters
Essential Requirements:
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Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, IT, Electronics, or a related field
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Cisco or Alcatel SR certification at Professional/Expert level, or equivalent hands-on experience
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Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a Telecom/Internet service provider environment or with a network vendor
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Demonstrated hands-on expertise in the following areas (including but not limited to):
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Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, and IOS-XR and/or Nokia SROS
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IPv4 and IPv6 routing protocols (BGP/MP-BGP, IS-IS, MPLS, Segment Routing)
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L2 and L3 VPN designs aligned with MEF service standards
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Traffic Engineering (RSVP, SR-TE)
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Quality of Service design and implementation
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IPsec configuration
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Solid scripting skills (Python preferred), applied in the context of network automation
Preferred Qualifications:
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Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code principles and practical implementation experience
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Knowledge of programmable network interfaces such as RESTful APIs and NETCONF/YANG
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Exposure to public cloud platforms (AWS preferred)
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Experience with operational tools such as Nagios, Splunk, or Netcool
