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Principal Network Engineer

📍 Location
Cork
⏰ Job Type
Permanent
📅 Posted
June 01, 2026

About the Role

I’m currently partnering with a leading global organisation to find a Principal Network Engineer to join their team in Ireland (Cork or Dublin). This is a senior, hands-on role with real impact — perfect for someone who thrives in complex, high-scale environments.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Designing and delivering resilient data centre, campus, and WAN network solutions
  • Driving large-scale network initiatives from design through to Day 2 operations
  • Leading troubleshooting and root cause analysis for critical issues
  • Collaborating across infrastructure, cloud, and security teams to deliver end-to-end solutions
  • Ensuring robust monitoring, scalability, and operational readiness
  • What we’re looking for:

  • 12–15 years’ experience across enterprise networking (DC, campus, WAN, hybrid cloud)
  • Strong expertise in routing & switching (BGP, OSPF, EVPN/VXLAN)
  • Experience with Cisco, Arista, HPE, or Aruba technologie...
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