About the Role

　　Location: Prague, Czech Republic (Hybrid)

　　Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if those locations are accessible for you

　　5000! Switches and Routers of a Global Network spread across different continents, and you will be responsible for managing this network. We are seeking an experienced L4 Network Engineer with a strong background in LAN and WAN. The ideal candidate should hold qualifications such as CCNP or CCIE.

　　Key responsibilities:

　　Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

　　• Design, Implement and maintain LAN, WAN, Wireless networks.

　　• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for network-related issues when required.

　　• Perform network monitoring and capacity planning to ensure optimal network performance.

　　• Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure seamless integration of network infrastructure.

　　• Develop and maintain documentation (HLD/LLD etc.) related to network infrastructure and operations.

　　• Participate in network security initiatives and ensure compliance with security policies.

　　• Keep up to date with industry developments and best practices related to networking.

　　Diversity & Inclusion / EEO

　　We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

　　Role Requirements

　　What you'll bring to the role:

　　• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field. Proven experience in LAN/WAN/Wireless networking. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

　　• Experience with networking protocols such as TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS etc.

　　• Any Professional or Expert level certification (CCNP/CCIE Preferred not Mandatory)

　　• Strong understanding of 3 Tier Enterprise Network Design and Next Generation Networks.

　　• Understanding or working experience of Cisco SDWAN and DNAC is an added advantage. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

　　Why Novartis?

　　Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people's lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

　　You'll receive:

　　Monthly pension contribution matching your individual contribution up to 3% of your gross monthly base salary; Risk Life Insurance (full cost covered by Novartis); 5-week holiday per year; (1 week above the Labour Law requirement) ; 4 paid sick days within one calendar year in case of absence due to sickness without a medical sickness report; Cafeteria employee benefit program - choice of benefits from Benefit Plus Cafeteria in the amount of 12,500 CZK per year; Meal vouchers in amount of 105 CZK for each working day (full tax covered by company); Public Transportation allowance; MultiSport Card. Find out more about Novartis Business Services: https://www.novartis.cz/

　　Join our Novartis Network: If this role is not suitable to your experience or career goals but you wish to stay connected to learn more about Novartis and our career opportunities, join the Novartis Network here: https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network

　　Accessibility and accommodation:

　　Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or in order to receive more detailed information about the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

　　Division

　　Operations

　　Business Unit

　　DATA, DIGITAL & IT

　　Location

　　Czech Republic

　　Site

　　Prague

　　Company / Legal Entity

　　NOV CZE

　　Functional Area

　　Technology Transformation

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Employment Type

　　Regular

　　Shift Work

　　No