IP Network Engineer

Our internal Networks unit is responsible for designing, building and running the networks and technology platforms that BT, and our customers, rely on. 

Across our fibre, mobile, Wi-Fi and core networks, BT is a connectivity powerhouse, leading the world in the adoption of converged, automated, programmable network technologies. 

Bringing together network strategy, transformation, and the modernisation of our mobile and fixed network assets - along with direct partnering with Enterprise, Global and Consumer on leading edge, converged services and experiences – our Networks division designs, builds and runs the technology platforms that BT, and our customers, rely upon every day.

What you’ll be doing

• Define and agree IP network designs for the mobile core, in line with architecture and with operational and security requirements.  
• Produce high quality design documentation; High Level and Low Level Designs.  
• Liaise with vendors and suppliers to ensure delivery of solutions and alignment of roadmaps.. 
• Propose improvements to processes and technologies used. 
• Provide technical consultancy at a platform and/or overall solution level to other teams and business units – this could be to any stakeholder within the business. 
• Define test requirements and test strategy for new designs. 
• Maintains standards for Mobile Core IP network infrastructure. 
• Drives the implementation of core and cloud infrastructure security to manage risks and exposure. 
• Undertakes routine daily activities and is accountable for system design, build, testing, validation, maintenance, and ongoing support of all network infrastructure components. 
• Undertakes the implementation of new and enhanced network technology that aligns to customers’ strategic direction for enterprise and remote site connectivity. 
• Manages the installation, testing, and setup of new network hardware both physical and virtual (firewalls, routers, switching, monitoring) hardware and software. 
• Participates in technology lifecycle planning, including contributing to the development of the technology roadmaps and Network Health Assessments. 
• Drives the implementation of core and cloud infrastructure security to manage risks and exposure. 
• Provides support for problem escalations from the global network support organisation. 

The skills you'll need

• IP networking experience in a service provider environment
• Network Implementation, Network Delivery
• Mobile Core Network knowledge
• Ability to build business relationships, negotiating what works for both parties, in a collaborative approach. 
• Vendor Management 
• Network Security 
• Network Configuration 
• Troubleshooting 
• Network Integration 
• Network Design 
• Issue Resolution 
• Network Testing 
• Incident Management 
• Escalation Management 
• Technical Documentation 
• IP networking experience in a service provider environment (desirable)