Senior Network Engineer – IP Infrastructure

Senior Network Engineer – IP Infrastructure
Do you want to work on the core of large-scale telecom networks in the Netherlands? Ericsson is expanding its team in Maastricht and is looking for an experienced Senior Network Engineer – IP Infrastructure. In this role, you will design and deliver complex IP network solutions for leading telecom customers, working end-to-end from design to live deployment.
Our client is a large international technology organization in the telecom sector, operating from Maastricht. Their networks support a significant share of global mobile traffic and play a critical role in keeping people and businesses connected.
In Maastricht, you will join the team responsible for designing, building, and optimizing networks for major telecom operators in the Netherlands. You will work in an international, technology-driven environment with access to the latest hardware and innovations.
As a Senior Network Engineer, you will work in a highly technical environment where you are responsible for the full lifecycle of IP network solutions.
Translating High-Level and Low-Level Designs into implementation plans and configurations
Setting up and maintaining lab environments, including router configuration and validation
Executing network changes in line with Change Management processes
Supporting deployment and operations teams with technical expertise
Performing network modelling, analysis, and capacity planning
Leading technical discussions with customers and advising on architecture and technology choices
Creating technical documentation, presentations, and proposals
Contributing to knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives

You recognize yourself in the following profile

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or similar
5–10 years of experience in IP networking and infrastructure engineering
Strong hands-on experience with network design, implementation, and project delivery
Highly skilled in English; Dutch is a plus.

You have strong knowledge of

Metro Ethernet, MPLS, Unified MPLS, Segment Routing
Expert-level skills in routing protocols (IS-IS, OSPF, BGP v4/v6 – iBGP and eBGP)
Cisco platforms (IOS, IOS XE, IOS XR)
Cisco hardware (ASR1k, ASR9k, Nexus)
Network automation (Python, Ansible, REST/NETCONF, YANG/JSON/YAML)
VPN technologies (EVPN, Inter-AS VPN, Carrier Ethernet)
High availability features (NSF, graceful restart, BFD, link aggregation)
Serviceprovider virtualization (e.g., Cisco ACI)

You are accurate, analytical, and comfortable working in structured environments with high-impact network changes.
Ericsson offers a technically challenging role within a close-knit, international team. The environment is professional, innovative, and focused on continuous development.
A competitive gross monthly salary
25 vacation days, with the option to purchase additional days
Extensive training and certification opportunities
International career opportunities within Ericsson
A supportive and collaborative team environment

Do you recognize yourself in this description? You can apply using the application form below.
If you have any questions or would like more information about this vacancy, please contact our consultant:
Elise Voeten – e.voeten@lefit.nl/ +31653342574
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