Overview

DE-CIX (Deutscher Commercial Internet Exchange) is the world’s leading Internet exchange operator. At its locations in Europe, North America, the Middle East, India, and Asia, DE-CIX connects thousands of network operators (carriers), Internet service providers (ISPs), content providers, and corporate networks from more than 100 countries and offers peering, cloud and interconnection services. With a data volume of almost 34 Exabytes per year (as of 2022) and well over 1,100 connected networks, DE-CIX in Frankfurt am Main is one of the largest Internet Exchanges in the world. For more information, please visit www.de-cix.net
We are currently looking for a

Senior Network Architect (f/m/d)

to join our Network Design Team based in Frankfurt am Main , Germany.
Our Offer:

Lead network architecture roadmap on design and technologies, covering our MPLS-based multi-service platform as well as the optical underlay
Guide the evolution of DE-CIX IXP eco-system and the services it provides
Constantly review network advancements, emerging trends in network architecture and drive optimal expansion strategies

Drive cross-layer and cross-functional network synergies and standardization
Deliver reference architectures and blueprints for standardized network deployments
Conduct structured acceptance testing of hardware and configurations in our lab proving ground
What also awaits you:
an appreciative corporate culture and trustful teamwork with like-minded specialists,
great working conditions (extensive personnel development measures, an occupational pension scheme, weekly language courses, a job ticket, health promotion, support on children care, eldercare and lots more)
exciting and diverse challenges in an innovative and international environment,
a crisis-resistant permanent contract with the world’s market leader in its sector
extremely friendly and supportive colleagues

What’s important to us:
At least 10 years‘ experience of working in network engineering and architecture including interaction with vendors to plan for future applications
Specialist in defining and driving network quality, strategy, and roadmaps
In-depth knowledge in MPLS-based routing infrastructure – i.e., Nokia (TiMetra) Service Routers and experience in MPLS/EVPN-based service design
Must have a deep understanding in automating and optical networks
Able to document and maintain standards in English and German

What is even more important to us than your professional qualifications (computer science or equivalent education) is your passion for technology.
So if you are looking for new challenges in the network communication sector and know how to combine teamwork with a high degree of self-motivation and independence, we look forward to receiving your complete application, including salary expectations, to be sent to Nathalie Langley .
Apply now
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