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Senior Network Engineer
Are you passionate about building world-class network infrastructure that powers global businessresilience Join our innovative network team at Swiss Re where you'll define cutting-edgestandards, implement advanced technologies, and design robust network concepts that supportour digital transformation journey. Your expertise will directly contribute to strengthening globalresilience through reliable, secure, and high-performance connectivity solutions.
About the Role
As a Senior Network Engineer, you'll take ownership of our enterprise network infrastructureevolution, leading critical projects that enhance our global connectivity capabilities. You'llcollaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement forward-thinking networksolutions that support our business objectives while maintaining the highest standards ofsecurity, reliability, and performance.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and executecomplex network infrastructure projects across LAN, Wireless, SD-WAN,and Data Center connectivity domains
Design and implementinnovative enterprise network solutions that align with ourtechnology roadmap
Coordinate technical activitiesbetween internal teams, vendors, and key stakeholders toensure seamless project delivery
Provide expert guidanceas a subject matter expert for routing, switching, and wirelesstechnologies
Drive standardizationand implementation of industry best practices across our globalnetwork environment
Contribute strategic insightsduring architecture discussions and network roadmap planningsessions
Troubleshoot and resolvecomplex network issues related to L2/L3 connectivity, wirelesssystems, and network segmentation
Ensure optimal performanceof our network infrastructure with a focus on high availability,security, and efficiency
Develop comprehensive documentation including technical specifications andimplementation plans
About the Team
The Network Connectivity Team manages all network engineering and operations for Swiss Reworldwide, covering SD-WAN, perimeter security, Data Centres, LAN & Wi-Fi, DDI, and loadbalancers. We set the company's network strategy and maintain global IT infrastructure that
reliably connects people and technology. We're seeking a network engineer familiar with corenetwork concepts and practices across multiple technological areas.
About You
You thrive in collaborative environments where you can apply your technical expertise whilecontinuously learning and growing. You're a problem-solver who can translate complex businessrequirements into elegant technical solutions. With excellent communication skills, you caneffectively share knowledge with team members and explain technical concepts to non-technicalstakeholders. Your adaptability allows you to navigate changing priorities while maintaining focuson delivering high-quality results.
We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements:
Experience leading medium-to-large scale network transformation projects withdemonstrable outcomes
Strong knowledge of LAN/Enterprise Switching, Wireless LAN (WLC-based environments),VLANs, Trunking (802.1Q), STP, Layer 2/Layer 3 Routing (OSPF, BGP preferred)
Hands-on experience with SD-WAN technologies and implementation methodologies
Proficiency with Cisco ecosystem, including Catalyst Center (DNA Center), Cisco WirelessLAN Controllers (WLC), and Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine)
These are additional nice to haves:
Experience with DDI solutions (DNS, DHCP, IPAM)
Knowledge of network segmentation and security fundamentals
Background in enterprise networking and security integration
Skills in solution design, documentation preparation, and marketplace assessment
Ability to effectively translate business requirements into practical technical outcomes
Our company has a hybrid work model where the expectation is that you will be in the office atleast three days per week
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Swiss Reinsurance Company Ltd, commonly known as Swiss Re, is a reinsurance company based in Zurich, Switzerland. It is the world's largest reinsurer, as measured by net premiums written
Job ID: 145521007