Senior Engineer - DC Network Engineering

Overview

About Us

The Opportunity

Your Key Responsibilities

• Engineer and optimize Core42 Data Centre Network (DCN) infrastructure, including traffic optimization, resiliency deployment, hardware utilization, and cabling design
• Plan and implement network and network security optimizations on a regular basis
• Provide final-tier technical resolution and escalation support for L2 operations and vendor technical engagements
• Deliver L3 troubleshooting and root-cause analysis within defined SLAs
• Review and approve BOQs for network hardware, cabling, and infrastructure expansion
• Approve and maintain configuration baseline templates and security hardening standards aligned with best practices
• Review and validate HLD/LLD documentation for cloud and data centre network expansions
• Design scalable WAN/LAN architectures including routers, switches, firewalls, and encryption technologies
• Coordinate with WAN service providers to optimize network connectivity solutions for cloud and client environments
• Prepare and review User Acceptance Testing (UAT) documentation and support complex HA and failover testing activities
• Plan and execute complex change requests, migrations, maintenance windows, and deployment activities
• Develop and maintain network automation scripts using Python and related scripting technologies
• Support software-defined networking (SDN) technologies including overlay network validation and traffic flow analysis
• Monitor and verify overlay network services using SDN and virtualization tools
• Participate in technical meetings with internal stakeholders, vendors, and clients
• Present Core42 networking and cloud solutions to customers and stakeholders
• Participate in technical interviews and candidate evaluations for network engineering roles
• Support field deployment activities and onsite technical operations when required
• Continuously enhance technical expertise through training, certifications, and professional development initiatives

Responsibilities

• Support NOC and L1/L2 teams during operational shifts and on-call activities
• Maintain strict confidentiality of credentials, authentication tokens, and sensitive information
• Manage network assets in accordance with vendor recommendations and industry best practices
• Prioritize and triage incidents, tasks, and change requests based on operational severity
• Ensure timely project and task delivery while escalating risks or delays appropriately
• Maintain accurate and version-controlled documentation for all network changes and deployments
• Escalate incidents and technical issues within SLA timelines
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, international standards, and Core42 policies and procedures
• Adhere to information security, privacy, business continuity, and HSE requirements
• Report security, HSE, and operational incidents through established reporting channels
• Ensure proper handling, classification, and confidentiality of organizational information

Authorities

• Authorized to reprioritize change requests, incidents, and operational tasks
• Authorized to access and configure critical network infrastructure and asset management systems
• Authorized to communicate directly with vendors to expedite technical resolutions
• Authorized to open and manage technical support cases with vendors
• Authorized to conduct peer reviews and approvals within ticketing systems
• Authorized to create and manage incidents, changes, service requests, and operational tasks
• Authorized to update and maintain technical documentation repositories
• Authorized to access Core42 network devices according to approved authorization levels
• Authorized to visit customer sites for deployment activities and technical presentations
• Authorized to evaluate and recommend candidates for network engineering positions

(a) Required Skills / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline
• Minimum 7 years of experience in IP network implementation and operations
• Strong understanding of L2/L3 networking concepts including Ethernet, IPv4, and IPv6
• Hands-on experience with network virtualization and tunneling technologies such as VRF, VXLAN, GRE, and MPLS
• Strong expertise in routing protocols including BGP and OSPF
• Experience with overlay networking and network virtualization technologies
• Hands-on experience with Layer 7 firewalls and Ethernet encryption technologies
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools such as Zabbix and Greylog
• Knowledge of network management protocols and frameworks including NETCONF, YANG, OpenFlow, SNMP, JMS, and REST APIs
• Good understanding of SDN, SD-WAN, network automation, and virtualized network functions
• Strong scripting/programming skills using Python
• Experience working with Linux operating systems including CentOS/RHEL
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

(b) Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Experience within cloud computing or hyperscale data centre environments
• Industry certifications in networking or cloud networking technologies at professional or expert level
• Experience with automation-driven infrastructure deployment and operations
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Team-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and committed to continuous learning
• GCC driving license is an advantage

What Working at Core42 Offers

• With a diverse team of 1,100+ employees from 68 nationalities, we foster an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative environment.
• At Core42, we foster a culture grounded in trust, accountability, and high performance.
• We are united by our values: Grit, Passion, and Impact, driving transformative outcomes for our clients and communities.
• Competitive salary package aligned with skills and experience
• Performance-based annual bonus
• Exclusive Esaad and Fazaa discount card benefits
• Comprehensive family medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Access to premium learning and development platforms
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge AI, cloud, and digital infrastructure technologies