Network Engineer (Next‑Gen Infrastructure)
PORTUGAL
Job description
Richemont, one of the world leaders in the luxury sector, has various Houses specializing in jewelry, watches and high-end accessories. Each Maison proudly embodies a tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont strives to preserve the heritage and identity specific to each of them. At the same time, we are committed to innovating and designing new products in line with the values of our Houses, through a process of permanent creativity.
MAIN PURPOSE
We are seeking a forward‑thinking Network Engineer to help design, build, and maintain Richemont’s next‑generation global network. You will play a key role in transitioning from traditional networking to a cloud‑native, SASE‑driven, AI‑assisted, software‑defined architecture. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with curiosity, adaptability, and a passion for automation, security, and continuous optimization. Occasional international travel may be required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Design, implement, and maintain enterprise‑grade network solutions across data centers, offices, distribution centers, and cloud environments.
Contribute to the evolution of Richemont’s global SD‑WAN/SASE strategy using platforms such as Cato Networks, Zscaler, and cloud‑native services.
Deploy and operate Cisco switching, routing, wireless, and SDN solutions.
Support hybrid and multi‑cloud connectivity leveraging AWS, GCP, and cloud‑native networking.
Manage and optimize Checkpoint firewalls, segmentation, and security best practices.
Run regular network security assessments and support AlgoSec‑driven policy management.
Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize network performance using SolarWinds, Wireshark, and AIOps tools.
Automate network tasks using Python, REST APIs, Ansible, Terraform.
Maintain architectural documentation and procedures.
Collaborate with Cloud, Security, UC, Workplace, and platform teams.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Enterprise network engineering experience.
Strong hands‑on experience with Cisco technologies.
Expertise in Checkpoint firewall administration.
Solid understanding of TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, EVPN, VXLAN, MPLS, VPNs.
Experience with Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA) and Cato Networks.
Cloud networking knowledge (AWS, GCP).
Automation skills: Python, Ansible, Terraform.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Certifications such as CCNP/CCIE, CCSA/CCSE, Zscaler, Cato SASE, AWS/GCP, DevNet.
Fluency in English.
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