Cloud Network Engineer

We are looking for a Cloud Network Engineer to support the Network Services function in the design, implementation and management of network connectivity between Data Centre infrastructure and Cloud environments.

The role will focus mainly on Cloud Networking, particularly in Azure, AWS and Oracle Cloud environments, on the design and implementation of hybrid connectivity, and on routing management between on-premises and Cloud infrastructure.

You will need strong design skills and a strong hands-on component, working directly on network configurations and implementations, from design through to go-live.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Cloud Networking architectures in Azure, AWS and Oracle Cloud environments.
• Design and manage connectivity between on-premises Data Centres and the Cloud, particularly ExpressRoute, Direct Connect and VPN.
• Define and implement Hub & Spoke / Transit architectures and the related interconnection logic.
• Manage routing between on-premises and Cloud environments, including BGP, static and dynamic routing, route propagation and routing policies.
• Manage DNS, IP addressing and IPAM within Cloud and hybrid architectures.
• Implement and manage Landing Zone segmentation and connectivity, ensuring proper integration with Data Centre infrastructure.
• Analyse and resolve connectivity, routing and reachability issues between Cloud environments, Data Centres and external networks.
• Produce technical documentation, HLDs, LLDs, network diagrams, configurations and as-built documentation.
• Take part in planning and executing implementation, migration, change and go-live activities, defining prerequisites, tests and acceptance criteria.
• Carry out configuration and implementation of networking components directly, keeping design, configurations and documentation aligned.
• Support advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis, working with the Network, Data Centre, Cloud and Security teams.

Required skills

Cloud Networking

• Azure Networking and the main connectivity services.
• AWS Networking and the main connectivity services.
• Oracle Cloud Networking.
• Hub & Spoke, Transit and Cloud interconnection architectures.
• Azure ExpressRoute and AWS Direct Connect.
• VPN and Hybrid Cloud connectivity.
• BGP, static and dynamic routing, route propagation and routing policies.
• DNS, IP addressing and IPAM.
• Network segmentation and Landing Zone connectivity.
• Integration between Cloud environments and on-premises / Data Centre infrastructure.

Automation & Tools

• Knowledge of REST APIs and network automation tools.
• Experience with Python, Ansible, Terraform and Git is a plus.

Expected deliverables

• HLDs and LLDs for Cloud Networking architectures.
• Logical and physical Cloud / Data Centre connectivity diagrams.
• Configuration plans and implementation documentation.
• Implementation and migration plans, Method of Procedure and rollback plans.
• Test plans, acceptance criteria and validation reports.
• As-built documentation and updates to network documentation.
• Technical reports on activities, issues encountered and their resolution.

Preferred skills

Data Centre & Network

• Knowledge of Data Centre networking, routing and switching.
• Basic knowledge of Cisco Nexus and Cisco ACI, particularly connectivity to external networks and Cloud environments.
• Basic knowledge of WAN/MPLS, SD-WAN and the related routing and interconnection logic.
• Basic knowledge of resilience, redundancy and troubleshooting in enterprise environments.

Preferred certifications

• Azure / AWS Networking certifications.
• Oracle Cloud certifications.
• DevNet.
• ITIL.

Soft skills

• Ability to communicate with engineers, Network Services, the Cloud team, Security, operations and other technical stakeholders.
• A pragmatic, problem-solving attitude.
• Ability to work independently on design, configuration and troubleshooting activities.
• Clear technical writing in Italian and English.
• A focus on service, continuity and documentation.
• Willingness to work on site in Rome and at other Italian sites when required.

Location and working arrangement

Hybrid: mainly remote, monthly attendance in Rome.

Pay

Gross annual salary (RAL) between €44,000 and €50,000, set according to seniority, technical autonomy, expertise in the required technologies, certifications, complexity of the client environment and the actual responsibilities of the role.

Total remuneration includes, where provided for the specific position, variable components, MBO, performance bonuses, company benefits, allowances and other pay elements governed by company policies and contractual agreements.

The selection is open to all applicants, in line with the principles of equal opportunities, non-discrimination and gender neutrality.