DNS Engineer

Job highlights

• 10+ years in network switching, routing, load balancing, firewall; 5+ years with DNS, DHCP, IPAM; proficiency in BGP, OSPF, DNSSEC; experience with AWS/GCP networking and programming (Python, Perl, Java)
• Lead DNS/DHCP operations, manage IP address space, drive DNS/IPAM automation, provide Level 3 DNS support, partner with security and infrastructure teams, maintain network documentation

Job Description:

• Perform DNS/DHCP BAU deliveries
• Lead the architecture, design and management of our intranet and internet IP address space
• Partner with Information Security to lead critical infrastructure hygiene and standardization initiatives
• Partner with application and infrastructure teams to deliver innovative and resilient solutions that meet their needs
• Drive DNS/IPAM automation capabilities
• Provide Level 3 support for DNS outages
• Evaluate and onboard new DNS/DHCP capabilities
• Help evolve our network infrastructure to integrate next generation technology capabilities
• Maintain accurate diagrams, inventory and documentation

Qualification:

• Bachelors degree in a related engineering field preferred
• Knowledge of the OSI stack, Network Terminology, SDN technologies, Openstack, public and private cloud.
• Knowledge of container networking and public cloud network stack, experience with AWS and GCP native technologies preferred.
• At least 10 years of experience with Network switching, routing, load balancing, and firewall solutions
• At least 5 years of experience troubleshooting network architecture.
• At least 5 years of experience with DNS, DHCP and IPAM.
• Proficiency in routing protocols like BGP and OSPF.
• Proficiency in DNSSEC implementation and management.
• At least 5 years experience with enterprise network architecture and design.
• Proficiency in infrastructure security and zero trust security models.
• Experience with at least one programming language (Python, Perl, Java).
• Ability to determine user needs and translate them into technical requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to influence outcomes and people without relying on reporting lines or organizational hierarchy.
• Excellent communication skills.