IP Network Designer

We have a great new opportunity for an IP Network Designer to join our IP Infrastructure Design Team working on VMO2’s IP Networks.

The IP Infrastructure Design Team is part of the Connectivity Engineering Domain which is responsible for the Network Architecture and Design of our Mobile MPLS Core, Data Centres, Switch Sites, Internet Connectivity, Office Buildings, Remote Access Platforms, etc.

The role will involve a wide variety of IP networking projects and include:

• Maintaining hardware, and software to comply with vendor support contracts and VMO2 design policies.
• Maintaining network capacity to support VMO2 traffic forecasts.
• Integration of new services onto the network.
• Production of design documentation, test cases, and implementation plans to ensure our networks deliver excellent customer experience whilst retaining a focus on cost effectiveness and delivery timescales.
• Providing support to test and implementation staff.
• Supporting service migrations.

The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.

Diverse, high performing teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions.

Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.

Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all

Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.

• Experience in the areas of IP network design in a service provider environment.
• Hands on experience with Cisco and other mainstream vendors networking technologies.
• A thorough understanding of IP, BGP, MPLS and associated protocols and features.
• Understanding and Experience of working with DNS & DHCP Platforms.
• Understanding of Telecommunications Transmission Systems.

• Experience of working within a mobile network operator environment.
• Experience of working with session enablement and management technologies such as RADIUS, IP QoS and DNS.
• Understanding and Experience of working with DNS & DHCP Platforms.
• working with F5 Load Balancers, Cisco Routers & Switches, ASA & Firepower VPN Concentrators
•  VPN Concentrators

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include a competency interview.

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you’re offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed.

Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.