About FactSet:
FactSet combines hundreds of databases into a single, powerful information system. It is a one-stop source for financial information and analytics for business analysts, portfolio managers, investment bankers/management firms, and other financial professionals who analyze companies, portfolios, markets, and economies.
FactSet was formed in 1978 and operates out of 37 locations worldwide. With over $1 Billion in annual revenues, it is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut, and employs nearly 12000 people worldwide. Our operations extend within North America, Europe, and the Pacific Rim. Since 1996, the Company has been publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol FDS.
The ideal candidate:
We are looking for a candidate with a solid experience with WAN/LAN technologies, TCP/IP, routing protocols and a deep understanding of reference network architectures along with a significant level of ‘Hands On’ network OS experience. Additionally, candidates with a solid track record of interaction with ISPs, familiarity with automation tools, multicast experience, strong analytical, project management and troubleshooting skills will receive a higher level of consideration.
Past success designing or maintaining a network via automation is also expected. Candidates should have competence in at least one scripting language and experience with standard automation tools. A successful candidate for this position will have strong interpersonal skills, an elevated level of verbal and written dexterity and will enjoy providing effective and meaningful solutions for clients, both internal and external.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• BS degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent
• Relevant experience of 5-8 years
• Ability to be self-sufficient and to grasp new technologies easily
• Maintain knowledge of present and emerging technologies
• Thorough understanding of following technologies and tools.
• Routing protocols

DESIRABLE SKILLS:

• Competence in some of the following technologies:
• LAN Switching
• Optical Networking
• Load Balancers

• Act as a strong consultative resource for FactSet’s clients, vendors and internal leaders.
• Engage in major Real Time project delivery and contributing regularly to improve the stability and performance of the Network
• Project manage business and network team initiatives
• Configure Cisco / Arista Routers / Switches / F5 Load Balancers / Cloud Networking Services to provide solutions that successfully integrate into our clients, vendors and FactSet’s own internal networks
• Build solid & long-lived interpersonal relationships with FactSet’s clients and internal stakeholders
• Serve as an escalation point for network down emergencies and layer 1-7 network troubleshooting
• Research, design and implement new connections to market data providers and other 3rd parties
• Streamline existing and new processes using templates, automation and workflow systems
• Willing to lead and mentor Junior Network Engineers and help them achieve their career and project goals
• Participate in Shift rotation for Saturday & Sunday On-call coverage.