For our Innovation & Technology department in London we are looking to hire a:
Senior Network Engineer
Innovation & Technology @ Berenberg
In an era where digitalisation and modern IT infrastructure is revolutionizing banking, we are shaping a technology-driven bank in which you as an IT professional will work closely with our business units. Our technology teams offer you an environment that will present you with exciting challenges - be it through the support and further development of legacy systems or the introduction of modern technologies such as AI, machine learning and highly automated trading applications.
As a senior network engineer, you will be a key member of our Core Infrastructure Services team and play a vital role in managing our global network infrastructure. You will work within an experienced, multidisciplinary team of security and network specialists responsible for the stable and secure operation of business-critical platforms.
You will work closely with internal colleagues and external service providers, taking responsibility for the quality, security and management of all changes within the network environment.
This role offers you an environment characterised by a high degree of personal responsibility and agility, as well as the opportunity to apply and further develop your expertise in a targeted manner.
What will you do?
* Operating, monitoring and continuously optimising data centre and campus networks (Cisco ACI, Cisco SD-WAN, Kemp Loadbalancer)
* Implementing and maintaining network policies, as well as conducting network audits and risk assessments
* Analysing and resolving complex network incidents, including performing root cause analysis
* Enhancing and developing network automation using Ansible and Python
* Maintaining network documentation within our DCIM tool (Nautobot) and creating operational manuals and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
* Collaborating with IT Security teams (e.g. Cisco / Fortigate Firewalls), managing external service providers, and contributing to network projects and infrastructure upgrades
Who are we looking for?
* A degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent vocational training with an IT focus
* At least 5 years’ experience operating enterprise or data centre network environments
* Strong hands-on experience with Cisco ACI, SD-WAN and Kemp load balancers
* CCNP-level networking knowledge (certification desirable but not essential)
* A structured and solution-oriented approach to work, with strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
* Experience with DCIM tools (e.g. Nautobot) and firewalls (e.g. Fortigate, Cisco)
What we offer you:
* Private pension plan - 10% of base salary contribution by Berenberg
* Generous 30 day holiday allowance
* Private Health Insurance
* Life Insurance scheme
* Flexible working hours
* Enhanced parental leave policies
* Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling sessions related to mental health, financial wellbeing and other topics
Apply online now to join our team – we look forward to receiving your application!
We are a leading European private bank, with over 430 years of experience and deep rooted history, but we are still shaping and heavily investing in our future. Our progress and evolution are driven by our people. We encourage them to try new approaches, voice their opinions and achieve success in their own way.
We provide opportunities for them to develop their talents, explore different career paths and achieve their full potential.
We’re an ambitious, forward-looking business, backed by centuries of tradition and built on innovation. You’ll find a culture that encourages people to think independently, act entrepreneurially and challenge the status quo.
We place great importance on working on site, as we believe that being together in the office not only fosters creativity and efficiency, but also strengthens networks and builds trusting, collegial relationships. For us, this forms the foundation for productive and successful work. Together we collaborate to shape our business and fulfil our ambitious goals.
We welcome you to join us in our commitment to always do the right thing for our people, clients and our business – Our future is where you take us!
We will only accept applications submitted through our online application management system on the website.
Berenberg is an Equal Opportunities Employer and prides itself on being a modern, dynamic and internationally orientated organisation. We value the rich diversity, skills and abilities and creative potential that people from differing backgrounds and experiences bring to the workplace. Every employee plays a vital role in providing quality service to all our customers and helping to create and inclusive working environment, where everyone can realise their full potential. We’re committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates who require adjustments during our recruiting process. Please contact us directly on recruitment@berenberg.com to discuss.