Network Engineer - 100% (based at HQ in Bern), Bern
Client: Comfone
Location: Bern
Job Category: Other
Job Reference: 8c1d6c5f8f0e
Job Views: 3
Posted: 14.03.2025
Expiry Date: 28.04.2025
Job Description:
We live in a connected world. Whether you are chatting to loved ones overseas, or depending upon connected healthcare devices, reliable connectivity is essential. Comfone is a pioneer in global international roaming services, a market in constant technological evolution. We are a Swiss company based in Bern with regional offices covering Europe, Latin America, North America, and Asia Pacific. We are an international team with staff from more than 40 different nationalities, speaking more than 32 languages and driven by values of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Network Engineer - 100% (based at HQ in Bern) To start work immediately or at a later date by agreement. We are looking for a dedicated Network Engineer who is passionate about the design and smooth operation of our global network infrastructure. If you're ready to take on the challenges of a constantly evolving network and develop innovative solutions, you've come to the right place.
The position is open to Swiss and EU nationals, and to holders of a valid Swiss work permit.
Your Responsibilities:
1. You are the person of reference for the operation of Comfone AG's worldwide IP backbone.
2. As a member of the IP team, you are in charge of the installation, upgrade, and support of Comfone's network infrastructure.
3. You will work with the architects and the Head of IP to plan the future infrastructure.
4. You strive to automate IT processes and systems and operate our infrastructure with high quality.
5. You follow the development of network technologies and propose new solutions for Comfone AG.
6. Together with a highly motivated team, you will manage a wide range of systems: MPLS, BGP, IS-IS, OSPF, IPSec, overlay routing, IPX/GRX, Cisco ASR, Cisco Nexus, Cisco ACI, Cisco ICE, Arista switches, Fortinet firewalls, and more.
7. You are responsible for the smooth operation of our network infrastructure, including identifying and resolving faults in our global data centers and office.
8. You work with and ensure an effective support organization within the IP team, including on-call duty.
9. You ensure that requests from external and internal departments are processed efficiently and that the network infrastructure can be offered with the highest quality and reliability.
Your Ideal Profile:
1. You have a CCNA or equivalent training.
2. You have knowledge of network technologies such as switches, routers, firewalls, and are willing to familiarize yourself with these technologies.
3. You have strong work and project planning skills to ensure that tasks are completed on time and efficiently.
4. You are characterized by a structured approach and have a strong interest in creatively solving technical or organizational problems.
5. You are dynamic, reliable, and proactive, and your passion for your work radiates to your team and colleagues.
6. You are comfortable in an international environment and have the ability to work successfully with clients, colleagues, and subject matter experts from different cultures.
7. You have excellent communication skills, both with technical experts and non-technical stakeholders.
8. It would be an advantage if you have a higher education, be it an HF degree, Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT, business administration, or project management.
We Offer:
1. A friendly work environment with theme evenings, Apéros, raclette evenings, and more!
2. A multi-cultural and multi-linguistic team with English as the corporate language.
3. Yearly international events with our clients from all over the world (ConneXion).
4. Competitive salary.
5. Flexible and partially remote work time.
6. Brand new office with state-of-the-art equipment.
7. SBB half-fare abonnement.
8. Mobile phone subscription and subsidy for handset purchase.
9. Special prices at restaurants close to HQ in Bern.
10. Onboarding with consequent training and introduction to all departments.
11. Support for advanced education.
12. Company events (Summer events, Christmas Party, Team events …).
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