Network Fulfilment Engineer – IP Services
We are seeking a proactive Network Fulfilment Engineer to support the delivery of IP services. The role involves working closely with Network Design and Project teams to translate high and low level designs into executable deployment plans.
You will create and validate Methods of Procedure (MoPs) for IP core capacity upgrades, migrations, and new service rollouts. Changes are typically implemented out of business hours and must be tested in a lab environment prior to production deployment.
The role requires strong IP networking knowledge and an understanding of both hardware and software. You will provide technical input on feature capability and performance, work with vendors and test teams, and support knowledge sharing within the fulfilment team.
What You'll Do –
- Translate business requirements and HLDs/LLDs into clear, deployable IP network implementation plans.
- Create detailed Methods of Procedure (MoPs) for IP services network upgrades, migrations, and new service rollouts.
- Validate deployment procedures through comprehensive lab testing prior to production implementation.
- Execute network changes and service deployments in production, primarily during out of business hours, to minimise service impact.
- Automate day to day implementation activities using NETCONF/YANG models and Python.
- Work within an Agile delivery framework, collaborating closely with Project Managers, design owners, and engineering teams while providing technical expertise and supporting knowledge sharing.
What You'll Bring-
- Cisco CCNP or equivalent experience
- Strong hands-on experience with Cisco routing and switching platforms (e.g., ASR, ISR, Catalyst)
- Expertise in IP networking and Routing/Switching technologies such as MPLS, LDP, IS-IS, MP-BGP, and VPN services (L2VPN, L3VPN). Proficiency in IOS-XR and IOS-XE operating systems.
- Hands-on experience with F5 LTM, including configuration, optimization, and troubleshooting of load balancing solutions with F5 iRules and integration with Cisco/Nokia network.
- Excellent verbal and listening communication skills is prerequisite to be able to document and hand over to others with the necessary detail to ensure continuity of work.
- Knowledge of GIT, JIRA and Python or any other programming language
Desirable -
- Knowledge and awareness of Telecoms Security Act (TSA) and how this will impact organisations implementing network changes.
- Ability to apply Open-config and Vendor specific NETCONF-YANG models, JSON and XML payload for network automation to configure and manage routers.
- Nokia configuration awareness.
- Exposure to Next Generation firewall technologies i.e. FortiGate Firewalls
The Rewards
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- Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place
- The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate
- A generous pension package
- Private healthcare
- Discounted mobile and broadband
- A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences
Inclusion & How You'll Work:
Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky.
We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process.
Your office space: Brick Lane
We'd love to hear from you
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