L3 Network Engineer - Connectivity (m/f/d) - REF88940V

L3 Network Engineer - Connectivity (m/f/d) - REF88940V

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 preliminary sales of €39.7 billion and currently employs around 190,000 people in 55 countries and markets.

Job Description

• Manage and maintain WAN connectivity and hybrid network models.
• Work closely with solution architects to develop and design the network environment.
• Administer WAN Border Control and Separation Firewalls to enforce perimeter and internal segmentation policies.
• Operate and optimize Meraki-based network infrastructure.
• Support and maintain Local LAN environments, including switching, VLANs, and access control.
• Troubleshoot complex connectivity issues escalated from L1/L2 teams.
• Monitor network performance using enterprise-grade tools and respond to anomalies.
• Lead network upgrade and migration projects across WAN, LAN, and firewall domains.
• Ensure compliance with internal security standards and external regulations.
• Maintain accurate documentation of network configurations, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications

• Academic degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of network technologies and protocols.
• Strong hands‑on experience with WAN, LAN, and firewall technologies.
• Familiarity with Meraki dashboard and cloud‑managed networking.
• Solid understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) and network segmentation.
• Experience with network security principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing complex network architectures.
• Experience in cloud networking environments (preferably AWS, Azure).
• Proficient in English, both spoken and written, and intercultural sensitivity.
• Profound knowledge of state‑of‑the‑art technology, trends, and paradigms of IT.

Preferred qualifications

• Certifications such as CCNP or equivalent.
• Knowledge in agile frameworks, ITSM processes, and DevOps (automation, infrastructure/configuration as code).

Additional Information

• Individual development planning based on your personal needs and targets (e.g. mentoring, trainings or global internal Software Academy).
• Work from home up to 2 days a week (unless workshops etc. require physical presence).
• Option to work from other EU countries up to 40 days per year.
• Agile and collaborative workstyle.
• Opportunity to make a difference.
• Employee discounts.
• An international team across 4 locations in a globally active organization.
• Company and tariff pension plan.
• Health insurance.
• Assistance with child‑care.
• Relocation package offered if needed.
• Canteen on‑site.
• On‑site physicians.
• Sabbatical option.

Applications from severely handicapped people are welcome.

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging are important to us and make our company strong and successful. We offer equal opportunities to everyone—regardless of age, gender, nationality, cultural background, disability, religion, ideology, or sexual orientation.

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