Staff Network Engineer

TL;DR

Staff Network Engineer (Networking): Designing, implementing, and supporting resilient global data center and enterprise campus network infrastructure with an accent on routing, switching, and cloud connectivity. Focus on leading high-impact network transformation initiatives, automating operational workflows, and resolving complex, mission-critical network issues.

Location: Cork, Ireland

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in electronic design, providing computational software, hardware, and IP to turn design concepts into reality for innovative technology products.

What you will do

• Design, plan, and implement global data center and enterprise campus network architectures.
• Partner with business and technology teams to translate organizational needs into scalable, secure network designs.
• Lead high-impact network transformation programs and initiatives.
• Act as a senior escalation point for complex network issues, providing deep technical analysis.
• Configure and support edge networks, WAN/MPLS environments, and cloud connectivity.
• Improve operational efficiency through network automation and the development of runbooks and documentation.

Requirements

• Extensive hands-on experience designing and supporting production data center and enterprise campus networks.
• Strong understanding of core networking protocols including TCP/IP, BGP, and OSPF.
• Demonstrated expertise in at least two of: Cisco VPN, Aruba ClearPass NAC, or F5 Load Balancers.
• Experience integrating on-premise networks with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure.
• Practical experience with network automation using Python, Ansible, or Terraform.
• Engineering degree or equivalent professional experience, with CCNP/CCIE or equivalent certification.

Nice to have

• Experience working in multi-vendor environments including Cisco, HPE, Aruba, and Arista.
• Background in enhancing network observability, monitoring, and security policy enforcement.
• Prior involvement in global or highly distributed network environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Comprehensive private medical and dental plans, income protection, and life insurance.
• Group Personal Pension Plan and cycle to work scheme.
• 25 days of annual holiday plus 5 days of paid volunteer time.
• Opportunity to work for a Fortune 100 organization recognized as a Great Place to Work.