JOB TITLE: Network Reliability Engineer
CAREER LEVEL: C2
Leverage technology to impact patients and ultimately save lives
Do you have expertise in, and passion for, information technology? Would you like to apply your expertise to impact the IT strategy in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? If so, AstraZeneca might be the one for you!
ABOUT ASTRAZENECA
AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work.
ABOUT OUR IT TEAM
It’s a dynamic and results-oriented environment to work in – but that’s why we like it. There are countless opportunities to learn and grow, whether that’s exploring new technologies in hackathons, or redefining the roles and work of colleagues, forever. Shape your own path, with support all the way. Diverse minds that work cross- functionally and broadly together.
About the role
The Network Reliability Engineering “NRE Engineer” post will be a key facilitator to influence the future of network technology and delivering new products, processes, and standards throughout AZ. The incumbent will be responsible for the implementation, operation, and optimization of all network products.
This role holder will work closely with the Network Product Engineering and TSM teams, and multi-functional technology teams like Cyber Security, Cloud and Workplace Enterprise Services teams. Etc.
NRE Engineer is part of the NRE team in a Scaled Agile operating model. As a NRE Engineer you are deemed to deliver durable and resilient products and network services to our customers.
Scope
In collaboration with the relevant stakeholders, ensure that technology-based solutions and services are fully supported by the right architectures, systems and operating models.
Network Services; Projects, Operations, Optimization, Automation and Security.
Partner with cross technology teams to deliver the innovation, development and deployment of Next Gen Wireless Network, LAN/WAN, Cloud, Security and conferencing and collaboration technology solutions providing level advocacy for their delivery.
Partner with the line of business to understand evolving work trends in design, engineering and modelling applications which need to be supported by the underlying network infrastructure.
Participate in a NetDevOps operating model to accelerate the delivery of change.
Work on Service improvement activities and completing it within the target dates.
Responsibilities
Own network implementation, operations, reliability and processes, crafting the crucial link between AZ strategic vision into Network solution engineering.
Proficiency in one or more technology domains, may be cross-domain expert to able to solve complex and mission critical problems within a business or across the firm.
Perform regular audits to identify and remediate network risks or issues proactively.
Evaluate all business requirements and identify solutions how the different elements of business, information, and technology can be applied to solve a specific problem.
Influence portfolio investments for key technology solutions in line with our strategic roadmaps
Ensure network operational support at scale for Block, Object and File both on-prem and in the public cloud.
Work with automation team to design, code, test and deliver software to automate repetitive and manual operational work.
Troubleshoot priority incidents, engage and facilitate blameless postmortems and ensure permanent closure of incidents.
help develop software for reliability and scale, ensuring minimal refactoring or changes.
Successful execution of infrastructure weekend changes in product and environment.
Identify gaps between applicable requirements and current procedures/controls, Drive resolution of mitigating controls.
Develop and implement solutions that strengthen business operating models, enhance the client experience, and improve efficiency and controls.
Work with business partners to design and implement enhancements to existing processes and/or business applications, introduce new processes and/or toolsets, and engage in process re-engineering.
Expertise in preparing high quality CRD, HLD and LLD design documents.
Experience in sequencing the activities, scheduling the tasks, and preparing project plan.
Experience in planning and conducting vigorous wireless network tests and generating a detailed test reports from performance, security, scale and resiliency point of view.
Design and implementation of wireless solution in multi-tenant environment
Good knowledge on public cloud connectivity Cloud exchange, direct connect, Express route to Public Cloud provides.
Technology Competencies and Personal Characteristics
CCNP/CCNA or equivalent certification with Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience, with the last 2 years in large-scale network architecture design implement and support network deployment, implementation, and operations.
ITIL certifications are added advantage.
Excellent communications skills, with the ability to explain complex technological ideas and concepts in a way that is understandable to a non-technical audience.
Ability to analyse and resolve project-related issues.
Ability to work in a high paced environment, be flexible, follow tight deadlines, organize, and prioritize work.
Significant experience working with vendors, professional services, and providers.
Automation first mindset.
Must have in-depth and technical hands-on experience in one or more of the following capabilities SD-WAN, Wireless, Network Security, DC, Cloud Networking or Network Automation.
Strong technical knowledge in high availability design, implementation, optimization, and operations.
Candidate with large enterprise working experience is an added advantage.
Agile Enterprise mentality.
Self-starter who continuously develops new skills and proactively leads own career and development.
Excellent influencing, networking, and collaborative working skills.
Ability to work well in and lead/collaborate across diverse matrixed global teams.
WHY JOIN US?
We’re a network of high-reaching self-starters who contribute to something far bigger. We enable AstraZeneca to perform at its peak by delivering premier technology and data solutions.
We’re not afraid to take ownership and run with it. Empowered with unrivalled freedom. Put simply, it’s because we make a significant impact. Everything we do matters.
SO, WHAT’S NEXT?
Are you already envisioning yourself joining our team? Good, because we’d love to hear from you! Click the link to apply and we’ll be in touch as soon as we can.
WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE?
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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
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