L3 Network Engineer - Datacenter - Tires at Continental

Timișoara, , Romania -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Network Infrastructure Management, Core Switches, Cisco ACI, Firewalls, Load Balancers, Access Switches, Network Design, Network Maintenance, Monitoring, Backup and Restore, ITIL Practices, TCP/IP, Cisco DNA Center, Cisco FMC, Problem Management, Incident Resolution

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Company Description Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2024, Continental generated sales of €39.7 billion and currently employs around 190,000 people in 55 countries and markets. With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility. Job Description The L3 Network Engineer will be responsible for managing and maintaining our network infrastructure for the central Datacenter core networks. This includes overseeing Core Switches, Cisco ACI environments, firewalls, load balancers, Access Switches, maintenance of these devices, monitoring, backup, and restore processes for the central Datacenter, in addition to developing and designing the core networks in the location Datacenters and providing consulting support to all Tires locations, on the local area networks. The role also involves performing hardware patching, configuring network infrastructure, handling 3rd level IT tickets, and coordinating with external partners. Your main tasks will include: Oversee and maintain core switches, Cisco ACI environments, firewalls, load balancers, and access switches within the central datacenter. Ensure high availability and optimal performance of all network components. Lead the design, development, and implementation of core network architectures for location-specific datacenters. Provide expert consulting support to tiered locations on network design and implementation. Continuously monitor and optimize the performance of network access services to ensure high availability and reliability, derive optimizations, and ensure all solutions comply with relevant security standards, regulations, and best practices. Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including managed service providers, software and hardware vendors, technical teams, and business units, to understand their needs and ensure the solutions align with their requirements. Driving escalation and problem management processes, coordinating complex incident and problem resolution with internal IT teams and external service providers. Qualifications Academic degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent experience. Preferred Qualifications: CCNP or equivalent. Minimum of 5 years of experience in network architecture or a related role, with a focus on Datacenter Networks. Strong understanding of networking protocols, (security-) concepts, technologies, and tools, i.e. TCP/IP, firewalls, load balancers, Cisco DNA Center, Cisco FMC, Cisco ACI Proven experience in managing enterprise-level network infrastructure. Understanding of ITIL practices and the service lifecycle effectively (Proficiency in service management tools and software is a plus). Fluent in English (spoken and written) - min. B2 level Good communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to solve complex issues / problems. Additional Information 13th salary Performance bonus Christmas & Easter bonus Seniority bonus Flexible working time; Home office; Competitive salaries & benefits; Health & wellness (Life Assurance, Private Health and Dental Insurance, Sport activities, Canteen, 24/7 Helpline with Psychologists etc.); Different discounts (tires, glasses, medical, shopping, etc.) Relocation bonus for non-Timisoara Residents Professional development opportunities (in Technical and Leadership Areas); International Work Environment & Traveling Opportunities Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application. Leadership Level: Leading Self Legal Entity: S.C. Continental Automotive Products S.R.L. (0386) Referral Bonus: No Working Time: Full Time Job Flexibility: Hybrid Job

Responsibilities

The L3 Network Engineer will manage and maintain the central Datacenter core networks, including overseeing core switches, Cisco ACI environments, firewalls, and load balancers. Key tasks involve designing and developing core networks for location datacenters and providing expert consulting support to all Tires locations regarding local area networks.