Senior Network Engineer IP-Infra

Are you an experienced Network Engineer who enjoys working on complex IP infrastructure in a real customer environment? We are looking for a Network Engineer IP Infrastructure to strengthen our team in Maastricht. In this role, you will work across the full lifecycle of IP network solutions: from design and lab validation to integration, implementation, and final acceptance. You will join a skilled team of telecom and IT professionals, work with modern technologies, and help deliver reliable, high-impact network solutions for our customers.

Responsibilities

Translate high-level and low-level designs into clear implementation plans and configurations; Set up and maintain lab environments, including router configuration, testing, and validation; Execute network changes in line with change management processes; Support deployment and operations teams with technical expertise; Perform network modelling, analysis, and capacity planning; Lead technical discussions with customers and advise on architecture and technology choices; Create technical documentation, presentations, and proposals; Contribute to knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a comparable field; Relevant Cisco certification(s), or the willingness to obtain them; At least 5 years of experience in IP networking and infrastructure engineering; Strong hands-on experience with network design, implementation, and project delivery; An accurate and analytical way of working, especially in structured environments with high-impact network changes; Fluency in English; Strong knowledge of Metro Ethernet, MPLS, Unified MPLS, Segment Routing; Strong knowledge of routing protocols including IS-IS, OSPF, BGP v4/v6, iBGP, and eBGP; Strong knowledge of Cisco hardware (ASR1k, ASR9k, Nexus); Strong knowledge of network automation (Python, Ansible, REST/NETCONF, YANG/JSON/YAML); Strong knowledge of VPN technologies (EVPN, Inter-AS VPN, Carrier Ethernet); Strong knowledge of high availability features (NSF, graceful restart, BFD, link aggregation); Strong knowledge of service provider virtualization (e.g., Cisco ACI)

Nice to have

Dutch language skills are a strong advantage

Benefits

A technology-driven international organization with a strong focus on innovation; Access to training, courses, and opportunities to obtain certifications, including Cisco certifications; Flexible working hours and a hybrid way of working between home and the office; International career opportunities; Professional expert groups and communities; A diverse and inclusive workplace where different perspectives are valued and everyone is encouraged to contribute