Job Description
LSEG is looking for a Network Design Engineer to establish successful partnerships with our internal product, engineering, operational and business partners.This is a technical position for someone who can investigate, design, engineer, build and test hybrid on premise and cloud-optimized network designs.The role involves elements of design, engineering, automation and testing to produce infrastructure designs that align with business and architectural requirements.As well as a confirmed technical background, the ideal candidate will be able to follow industry standard design, development and engineering frameworks incorporating planning, design, implementation, engineering, testing, operation and optimization. Be able to effectively participate in multi-functional meetings, clearly articulate infrastructure features and capabilities, translate business requirements into technical requirements into outcomes that are fit for purpose and use.The role requires an individual experienced in the technical analysis, definition, design, construction, testing, installation and modification of accurately engineered network and information systems to meet agreed business needs. An individual that analyzes and evaluates alternative solutions and serves as domain authorities between the business and IT organization. Ensuring network architecture supports the execution of critical business applications. Implements the balance between business and technology, provides consultancy into the project teams and defines the design and engineering governance function, signing off governance architecture / design against well-defined standards.DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES:This Network Design Engineer will be responsible for network design and engineering and be involved in the development, engineering and testing of network solutions, hardware or software life cycle management. This often involves close collaboration with vendors and multi-functional technical teams. The role involves agile methods of working and technical or squad leadership for new network solutions and the introduction of new network features across the LSEG hybrid infrastructure estate.REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Deep and broad experience of delivering enterprise scale infrastructure in a similar role.Responsible for analysis, functional design and engineering, and problem solving for software defined Infrastructure products.In-depth vendor and hands on technical knowledge across a wide range of Infrastructure cloud and network technologies and associated protocolsStrong hands-on experience with Cisco ACI, IOS, NXOS, Nexus switching platforms, Ixia test generator, IP Routing and Switching, IP Multicast and VXLAN. Additionally, the candidate will have working knowledge of IP Firewalls and Load Balancers.Strong working knowledge and experience with: Datacenter and Campus LAN technologies including STP, VPC, BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, ISIS, SNMP, HSRP etc.Experience with NFV, Service Orchestration (NSO) and Programmable Networks.Experience of delivering Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Ansible/Terraform.Excellent written and presentation skills, evident customer service bias and strong attention to detail.Excellent interpersonal skills and outstanding problem-solving ability.Task and results oriented, lead multiple streams of contending work concurrently and maintain a focus on results while thinking like a customer.Experience with developing standards and network testing, software and hardware certification and qualification, writing test plans and producing network test reports.Knowledge around JIRA (scrum-based delivery), Confluence and Gitlab tooling is crucial.Broad knowledge of cloud services – Azure, AWS, GCP.DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Financial Services experienceReal-time and low latency market data experienceService orchestration, observability and monitoring platform experienceSolid understanding of a Programming Language (preferably Python)Agile tools (Jira, GIT among other DevOps principles)AWS, Azure, GCP CertificationLSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. 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