Lead DC Network Engineer

Network Engineering Technical Lead - Remote work in Romania Full-timeEurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable.Your RoleAs a Network Engineering Technical Lead at Eurofins, you will : Take ownership of designing, implementing, and managing IT networking services in the datacenter for internal customers.Act as the technical lead, guiding the team in delivering robust, secure, and scalable network solutions.Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including local IT staff and non-technical personnel, to ensure the smooth delivery of network services.Provide technical leadership, offering expert guidance and direction on complex network infrastructure projects.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, operate, and manage Datacentre network fabric based on Cisco ACI, Cisco ASR, and Check Point NGFW.Collaborate with internal teams, such as the Architecture and Group IT Security, to maintain audit and control standards for all services and platforms.Innovate and enhance service delivery while adhering to security and technology standards.Act as a point of escalation and guidance for resolving complex technical issues, applying ITIL frameworks.Oversee incident management, problem resolution, and service delivery for all provided services, ensuring high levels of uptime and performance.As a Technical Lead, you will : Drive technical strategy and decision-making within the team, ensuring alignment with business objectives and group technology standards.Mentor and guide team members, fostering technical excellence and professional development.Lead troubleshooting and problem resolution efforts, offering strategic solutions to both routine and complex issues.Serve as the primary technical liaison between internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of project goals, progress, and challenges.Ensure adherence to best practices in network architecture, security, and operational procedures.We’re looking for someone with : 10 years of experience in complex IT environments, including Datacenters.6 years of deep expertise in networking technologies, including Datacenter networks, firewalls, LAN, and WAN.Strong ability to work independently, and proven experience in leading technical teams or projects.Excellent troubleshooting and analysis skills, with the ability to provide strategic technical direction.A focus on results and achieving objectives in high-stakes, fast-paced environments.Expertise in modern Datacentre concepts and technologies.Extensive hands-on experience with : Cisco ACI - must have skillsNext-Generation Firewalls (Check Point or equivalent - Fortinet, Palo Alto, Cisco ASA) - good to have skillsStrong command of network routing principles, Datacentre switching (CISCO, HP, DELL, IBM), WAN networking, and protocols (TCP / IP, BGP, OSPF, HSRP / VRRP).Experience of Datacentre networking, design, and architect desired experience with SD-WAN technologies (Velocloud preferred) and load balancing (A10 or F5).Experience in managing wireless solutions, PKI, DNS.Familiarity with SIEM tools and SolarWinds monitoring.Familiarity with Firewall Analyzer tools (Tufin or alternatives - Algosec, Firemon).Proven incident management and service request handling experience.Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with various stakeholders and cross-functional teams.Willingness to participate in on-call rotation (1 week every 5 weeks).Fluency in English (both written and spoken); knowledge of an additional language is a plus.Certifications like CCNP or ITIL Foundation are advantageous, and experience with Microsoft Azure is a plus.We are offering the following : A competitive salary package , including bonus and benefits;Extensive on-the-job coaching and training opportunities ;Challenges within a multi-cultural and cross-regional team as part of the international and fast-growing Eurofins organization;A dynamic working environment with a good team spirit where personal development and growth are highly encouraged.Additional Performance Bonus up to 1 Month Salary per yearMedical Sub and Health Insurance25 days of holidays 1 extra day off for your birthdayAdditional holidays for your loyaltyRemote work activity in Romania.We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.We embrace diversity! The Eurofins network of companies believes in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer.Sustainability matters to us! We are well on our way to achieving our objective of carbon neutrality by 2025, through a combination of emission reduction and compensation initiatives.#J-18808-Ljbffr