Network Engineer

<p><strong>Network Engineer </strong>required by our market leading, global client based in Reading on a hybrid basis. This role offers 2 days a week onsite with flexibility when required.</p><p>We are currently recruiting for an experienced Network Engineer to join a growing IT function based in Reading. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong infrastructure professional to play a key role in supporting and enhancing a complex enterprise network environment.</p><p>The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining reliable and secure network services across the business, ensuring high levels of performance, availability, and operational efficiency. You will work across a broad range of technologies, contributing to both day-to-day support and longer-term infrastructure improvement projects.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Design, implement, and support enterprise LAN, WAN, and wireless network environments</li><li>Monitor network performance and proactively identify areas for improvement</li><li>Troubleshoot network-related issues across hardware, software, and connectivity</li><li>Maintain and update technical documentation, including network diagrams and configuration records</li><li>Support infrastructure upgrades, installations, and ongoing maintenance activities</li><li>Manage and maintain network equipment including switches, routers, firewalls, and related hardware</li><li>Assist with disaster recovery planning, backup procedures, and security best practices</li><li>Support telephony and communication systems, including VoIP technologies</li><li>Work with third-party suppliers and service providers to coordinate support and procurement activities</li><li>Ensure network connectivity across servers, end-user devices, and business-critical systems</li><li>Produce performance reporting and contribute to capacity planning initiatives</li><li>Participate in security monitoring, audits, and system recovery processes</li><li>Provide technical guidance and support to end users where required</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience Required</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in a Network Engineer or similar infrastructure-focused role</li><li>Strong understanding of LAN, WAN, WLAN, and wider networking principles</li><li>Hands-on experience with network installation, configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting</li><li>Knowledge of network security concepts and best practices</li><li>Experience supporting VoIP or unified communications platforms</li><li>Strong hardware and infrastructure troubleshooting capabilities</li><li>Familiarity with backup solutions, server environments, and system administration</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities</li><li>Self-motivated with a proactive approach to continuous improvement</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>A degree in a relevant IT-related discipline with commercial networking experience; or</li><li>Equivalent hands-on industry experience within enterprise network environments</li></ul><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Network Engineer looking to join a collaborative and forward-thinking team where they can contribute to both operational support and strategic infrastructure development.</p><p><strong>Benefits Include:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary and bonus opportunities</li><li>Hybrid and flexible working</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Private healthcare and wellbeing support</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)</li><li>Learning, development, mentoring, and career progression opportunities</li><li>Recognition and reward programmes</li><li>Inclusive and supportive working culture</li><li>Generous annual leave and family-friendly policies</li></ul><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?8BtgX7rrSYGPWKxSiQmgxxPFXof58SGCy" width="0" height="0" />