Senior Network Engineer

Senior Network Engineer

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 execute complex network infrastructure projects across LAN, Wireless, SD-WAN,and Data Center connectivity domains
Design and implement innovative enterprise network solutions that align with ourtechnology roadmap
Coordinate technical activities between internal teams, vendors, and key stakeholders toensure seamless project delivery
Provide expert guidance as a subject matter expert for routing, switching, and wirelesstechnologies
Drive standardization and implementation of industry best practices across our globalnetwork environment
Contribute strategic insights during architecture discussions and network roadmap planningsessions
Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues related to L2/L3 connectivity, wirelesssystems, and network segmentation
Ensure optimal performance of 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

 

About Swiss Re

 

Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. We cover both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.

Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.

If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.

 

We may use AI-powered tools to support the review and evaluation of applications for this position. These tools provide additional insights to our recruitment teams, but all hiring decisions are carefully reviewed and made by people. To learn more about how we use AI in recruitment and how we handle your personal data, please review our Data Privacy Statement before applying.

 

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Experience Level

Senior Level