Principal Network Engineer

We are Progress (Nasdaq: PRGS) - the trusted provider of software that enables our customers to develop, deploy and manage responsible, AI-powered applications and experiences with agility and ease.  

We’re proud to have a diverse, global team where we value the individual and enrich our culture by considering varied perspectives because we believe people power progress. Join us as a Principal Network Engineer and help us do what we do best: propelling business forward.

Our team’s vision is that the network should be more than basic connectivity, bandwidth, and application access. Instead, it should offer an end-to-end functionality together with centralized control which helps business agility. Our network should operate fluently, with robust resiliency and enable core communication and collaboration across the business.  

In this role, you will:         

• Have the responsibility for day-to-day support and advancement of our global network infrastructure, which includes areas such as:
  - Data Center Switching and Routing as well as Campus Switching and Routing
  - WAN technologies such as SD-WAN and IPsec VPN
  - Remote Access VPN
  - Cloud networking
  - Network infrastructure as code with Python, Ansible and Terraform
  - Network Management, Monitoring, Alerting and Logging        

• Monitor network utilization and performance.

• Troubleshoot and escalate appropriately upon network incidents.

• Contribute substantially to roadmap, architectural direction, and continuous improvement.

• Interpret internal or external business issues and requirements and recommends best practices

• Communicate proactively about opportunities, expectations, timelines, risks, and issues.

• Lead others in solving complex problems; uses analytical thinking, tools and judgement to identify innovative solutions

• Communicate complex concepts; anticipates potential objections and influences peers and/or more senior staff to adopt a different point of view

Your background:         

• BA or MA degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent industry experience.

• Classic Network Engineering experience:
  - Solid understanding of Cisco Nexus data center switching and Cisco Catalyst switching concepts
  - Solid understanding, deployment, and troubleshooting experience with BGP and OSPF routing protocols

• Cloud networking experience:
  - Solid understanding of fundamental networking concepts in Azure as well as relevant experience
  - Solid understanding of fundamental networking concepts in AWS as well as relevant experience

• Infrastructure as code experience:
  - Experience with Git and GitHub
  - Experience with Linux shell and Python
  - Experience with Ansible and Terraform  

• Able to work well under pressure, multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively.

• Exceptional ability and solid desire to learn new skills.

Additionally it would be beneficial if you have:     

• Azure or AWS network certification

• Linux certification

• CCNA or CCNP certification

If this sounds like you and fits your experience and career goals, we’d be happy to chat.   What we offer in return is the opportunity to experience a great company culture with wonderful colleagues to learn from and collaborate with and also to enjoy: 

Compensation  

• Generous remuneration package 

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan Enrollment 

Vacation, Family, and Health 

• 30 days paid annual vacation 

• An extra day off for your birthday 

• 2 additional days off for volunteering 

• Premium healthcare and dental care coverage 

• Additional pension insurance 

• Well-equipped gym on-site 

• Co-funded Multisport card 

• Daycare Center for your little ones onsite 

• Flexible working hours and work-from-home allowance 

• Free underground parking with a designated space for bikes and electric scooters 

Apply now!   

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Together, We Make Progress

Progress is an inclusive workplace where opportunities to succeed are available to everyone. As a multicultural company serving a global community, we encourage a wide range of points of view and celebrate our diverse backgrounds. Our unique combination of perspectives inspires innovation, connects us to our customers and positively affects our communities. It is only by working together and learning from each other that we make Progress. Join us!