Senior Network Engineer - Home Office Option - Networking / Telecommunications - Multiple Technologies - EU-EEC or UK Candidates Only Considered

Senior Network Engineer - Home Office Option - Networking / Telecommunications - Multiple Technologies - EU-EEC or UK Candidates Only Considered

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Senior Network Engineer – Field-Based (Hybrid Working) – UK MSP

Client Company Description

Established over 18 years ago, a privately owned niche MSP serving specialised clients across the UK. They value technical curiosity, real-world problem-solving, and a collaborative team culture.

The Role We Need Filled

We’re looking for a "hands-on, senior network engineer" who:

• Has a genuine interest in networking (yes, we mean the type who tinkers with setups at home
• Balances technical depth with strong interpersonal skills, you can explain VLANs to a hotel manager as easily as troubleshooting Meraki SD-WAN with a CTO
• Thrives in field-based work across the UK, open to a trip to another country if ever required, with hybrid flexibility.

Non-Negotiable Requirements

• UK residency (5+ years) with right to work or as a citizen – no employer sponsorship available
• Full UK driving licence (no provisional or foreign licences requiring conversion)
• Minimum 6yrs of customer facing networking experience

Technical Must-Haves

1. Proven experience with:

- Cisco Catalyst 2960, HP MS20/30, Meraki MR/28/36 series (and knowing which to deploy where)

- Azure / hybrid cloud solutions (limited scope)

- Multi-site network security design and upgrades

2. MSP background – field engineering experience essential (not just desk support)

3. Meraki expertise – from installation to complex troubleshooting (you and the dashboard are old friends)

Personal Qualities

1. Problem-solver – noted for thorough documentation and peer-respected work

2. Communicator – adept at calming clients and simplifying tech for non-IT stakeholders

3. Team player – mentors juniors and shares knowledge proactively

Certifications (Current or Expired)

Base Requirement (One or More):

• CCNA
• CMCO (Meraki Certified Operator)
• Aruba ACA
• CompTIA Network+/Security+

Preferred Advanced Certs (Any of These a Plus):

• CCNP Enterprise + Cisco Wireless (300-425/430)
• Aruba ACMP/ACMX or HP ACSP/ACSE
• CMSS (Meraki Solutions Specialist)
• Security: CND, CISSP, Fortinet NSE 4, CWSP

Why This Role Works:

• You’ll be the "go-to engineer" for diverse deployments (clients do vary in complexity scope and size)
• No silos because your versatility keeps critical systems running
• Growth supported – certs / learning encouraged post-onboarding

Apply If You:

• - See yourself in the team description above
• - Can evidence MSP field experience in your CV
• - Want to work where technical curiosity meets real-world impact

*Note: Recent graduates or desk-only support candidates won’t be the right fit.*

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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