Network Design Engineer

Network Design EngineerOur client, a top-tier proprietary trading firm, is actively seeking a Network Design Engineer to innovate, implement, and enhance their global network infrastructure. The successful candidate will bring extensive technical expertise in low-latency networking, high-performance systems, and network automation. This role is perfect for a proactive professional who excels in high-pressure, mission-critical environments.Key Responsibilities:Design, deploy, and maintain a low-latency, high-availability network infrastructure to support electronic trading systems.Configure and optimize routers, switches, firewalls, and other network components, ensuring seamless connectivity across wide area networks (WANs).Implement and manage core networking technologies, including LACP, STP, VLAN, MLAG, OSPF, BGP, IGMP, and PIM.Oversee multicast routing configurations, ensuring efficient data distribution in trading environments.Manage security devices, including firewalls, and enforce network security policies.Administer network services such as SNMP/Telemetry, Syslog, NTP/PTP, and TACACS+/RADIUS for monitoring and access control.Leverage network automation frameworks (Bash, Python, Ansible, Netbox) to streamline deployments and operational tasks.Work extensively with Unix/Linux command line and networking stack for system integration and troubleshooting.Oversee data center operations, including cabling and optics standards, hardware installation requirements, and collaboration with smart hands teams.Utilize expertise in Arista or Cisco technologies/CLI for network configuration and management.Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to drive continuous improvement in network performance and reliability.Basic QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Networking, or a related field (or equivalent experience).Proven experience in network engineering, ideally within a low-latency, high-performance trading or financial services environment.Strong understanding of networking protocols, WANs, multicast routing, and security architectures.Experience with network automation tools and frameworks to enhance operational efficiency.Familiarity with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) is a plus.Excellent problem-solving skills, ability to work independently in a remote setting, and strong communication skills.Required Skills and Certifications:Proficiency in core networking technologies (LACP, STP, VLAN, MLAG, OSPF, BGP, IGMP, PIM).Experience in wide area networks, multicast routing, security devices (firewalls).Proficiency in network services (SNMP/Telemetry, Syslog, NTP/PTP, TACACS+/RADIUS).Experience with Unix/Linux command line and networking stack.Hands-on experience with network automation frameworks and tools (Bash, Python, Ansible, Netbox).