IT Network Engineer

About the Job

You will be working in an international agile squad responsible for LAN & Wi-Fi operations for Allianz globally.

What you do

• Hands-on implementation and management of Cisco SDA-based LAN infrastructure.
• Support with daily SDA operational tasks.
• Perform release and security vulnerability management for network devices.
• Implementation of enterprise-grade Wi-Fi networks using Cisco wireless solutions.
• Configuration, and optimization of LAN and WAN networks, including VLANs, IS-IS, OSPF, BGP, LISP, VXLAN.
• Use automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python) for network automation and provisioning tasks.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues, including SDA fabric connectivity problems, Wi-Fi interference, and routing/switching issues.
• Support the backlog definition and prioritization (e.g., Sprint planning)
• Be available/willing to coach junior colleagues and collaborate with/support Squad members.
• Be available for a few business trips per year, which could be required to meet the other team members.

What you bring

• Minimum 3 years experience with Cisco SDA (Software-Defined Access)
• Strong knowledge of Cisco DNA Center (DNAC)
• Proficient with Cisco Wireless LAN technologies (9800)
• Routing and Switching
• Network Automation and Scripting
• Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Be familiar with Git development practices and Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban approaches). Documentation preparation experience
• Network domains knowledge as Firewall, LAN, WAN, Load Balancers, Proxy etc.
• Be familiar with monitoring topics (alerting, telemetry)
• Experienced with REST and/or RESTFul API architecture and integration design

What we offer

• We offer a hybrid work model which recognizes the value of striking a balance between in-person collaboration and remote working incl. up to 25 days per year working from abroad.
• We believe in rewarding performance and our compensation and benefits package includes a company bonus scheme, pension, employee shares program and multiple employee discounts (details vary by location).
• From career development and digital learning programs to international career mobility, we offer lifelong learning for our employees worldwide and an environment where innovation, delivery and empowerment are fostered.
• Flexible working, health and wellbeing offers (including healthcare and parental leave benefits) support to balance family and career and help our people return from career breaks with experience that nothing else can teach.