Network Engineer

About this role 

You’ll support Capital One UK’s Network Infrastructure ensuring our technologies meet Capital One’s continuously updated requirements. This role will encompass technical analysis, project design/delivery, support of BAU services and contributing to the wider organization.

The Engineer will be expected to have excellent Cisco Data Centre or Service Provider knowledge, with experience across infrastructure platforms (AWS networking, Palo Alto, Versa SD-WAN based services). You will work as part of the 24/7 On-Call Rota as required. Some out of hours’ work will also be required.

What you’ll do 

• Drive Operational Excellence: Provide high-tier operational support for our entire network and firewall infrastructure, including participating in the 24/7 on-call rotation.

• Champion Core Technologies: Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for at least one core technology platform, driving its future direction through lifecycle refreshes and continuous service improvements.

• Deliver Change: Execute infrastructure changes driven by technology refreshes, BAU requirements, and strict security compliance standards.

• Troubleshoot & Document: Rapidly diagnose and resolve complex network incidents while producing high-quality supporting documentation.

• Manage Critical Partnerships: Build and maintain strong operational relationships with critical third-party suppliers, carriers, and manufacturers.

• Embrace Agile: Utilize Agile and Kanban methodologies to streamline both project delivery and BAU functions.

What we’re looking for

We know no one matches a job description 100%. Typically, successful candidates will bring a blend of the following expertise: 

• Deep Routing & Switching Expertise: Strong hands-on experience with Cisco Enterprise Data Center and WAN components, including Cisco ACI, NX-OS, and BGP.

• Security & SD-WAN Proficiency: Robust technical knowledge of network security infrastructure, specifically Versa SD-WAN and Palo Alto firewalls.

• Cloud Networking Savvy: A solid understanding of Amazon Web Services (AWS) connectivity, including Direct Connect, Transit Gateways, VPCs, and Security Groups.

• Network Automation & Innovation: Experience embedding network automation into production environments and driving an "automation-first" approach to network management. 

• Network Diagnostics & Monitoring: Demonstrated proficiency using enterprise monitoring and diagnostic tools, specifically Logic Monitor, Netbrain and Wireshark to troubleshoot and maintain infrastructure

• Vendor & Framework Experience: Proven ability to work effectively with virtual teams and varied third-party supplier models using Agile/Kanban frameworks.

Where and how you'll work

This is a permanent position based in our Nottingham Office

We have a hybrid working model which offers you the flexibility to work from our offices and from home, when you need to.

We're big on collaboration and connection, so you’ll be based in our Nottingham office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you.

What’s in it for you

• Bring us all this - and you’ll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation

• We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers)

• Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance – with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave

• Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café

What you should know about how we recruit

We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it’s about what you do, not just what you say. That’s why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages.

We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few:

• REACH – Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies

• OutFront – to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates

• Mind Your Mind – signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all

• Women in Tech – promoting an inclusive environment in tech

• EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry

If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact ukrecruitment@capitalone.com  All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment.