Job Description:

AV Network Engineer

London | Hybrid Working

£50,000 to £65,000 + Bonus + Training + Excellent Benefits

The Opportunity

A leading smart home and residential technology integrator is seeking an experienced AV Network Engineer to join its growing technical team.

This is a specialist networking position focused on the design, deployment, commissioning and support of enterprise grade network infrastructure within some of the UK's most prestigious residential properties.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering robust, secure and high performance networks that support integrated smart home, AV, security, lighting control and building management systems.

This is NOT an IT support, MSP, cloud infrastructure or cybersecurity role.

We are specifically looking for an engineer with strong hands on networking experience who understands the unique demands of high end residential technology environments.

The Role

You will be responsible for designing, configuring, deploying and supporting complex residential network infrastructures that form the backbone of advanced smart home installations.

Projects typically include:

• Cisco switching and routing infrastructure
• Ruckus wireless networking solutions
• Fortinet firewall and security platforms
• Integrated AV and control systems
• Control4 and Crestron automation
• Lutron lighting and shading control
• CCTV and access control systems
• Enterprise WiFi networks
• Remote monitoring and support platforms

Working closely with project managers, programmers, installation teams and third party contractors, you will ensure systems are delivered to the highest possible standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, deploy and support Cisco switching and routing infrastructure
• Deploy, optimise and troubleshoot Ruckus wireless solutions
• Configure and maintain Fortinet firewall and security appliances
• Implement VLANs, routing, QoS, multicast and VPN technologies
• Perform network diagnostics, troubleshooting and performance optimisation
• Support integrated AV, automation and smart home systems from a networking perspective
• Produce and maintain network documentation, schematics and IP schedules
• Participate in commissioning, testing and client handovers
• Provide remote and onsite support for completed installations
• Work collaboratively with internal engineering and programming teams

What We're Looking For
Essential Experience

• Minimum three years' experience in network engineering
• Strong hands on experience with Cisco networking technologies
• Experience deploying and supporting Ruckus wireless networks
• Experience configuring and maintaining Fortinet firewalls
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking principles
• Experience with DHCP, DNS, NAT, VPNs and network security
• Experience implementing VLANs, routing, multicast and QoS
• Strong network troubleshooting and fault finding skills
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and network documentation
• Full UK driving licence

Highly Desirable

• Experience working within high end residential technology environments
• Experience supporting Control4, Crestron, Savant or ELAN systems
• Experience with Lutron HomeWorks QS or QSX
• Cisco certifications such as CCNA or CCNP
• Fortinet certifications
• Ruckus certifications
• Experience with remote monitoring and network management platforms
• Understanding of AV, smart home and integrated technology systems

Package

• £50,000 to £65,000 basic salary depending on experience
• Performance related bonus scheme
• Hybrid working available
• 28 days holiday plus birthday off
• Paid training and industry certifications
• Genuine progression opportunities
• Company events and incentive programmes
• Long term loyalty and reward schemes
• Exposure to some of the UK's most technically advanced residential projects

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a highly respected residential technology integrator where networking is at the heart of every project.

You'll work with industry leading technologies including Cisco, Ruckus and Fortinet while helping deliver exceptional smart home environments for high net worth clients.

If you enjoy solving complex networking challenges and want to work on projects that combine enterprise grade infrastructure with cutting edge residential technology, we'd love to hear from you.

Keywords:

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