Network Engineer
Featured Tech Partner
About the role
A leading multinational corporation (MNC) in the IT Services & Consulting space is expanding its network operations across India. With a presence in over 30 countries, the company delivers endβtoβend technology solutions to Fortuneβ500 clients, ranging from cloud migration to enterprise networking. Its Indian delivery centers are known for fostering a collaborative culture, investing heavily in employee upβskilling, and offering clear career progression paths for technical talent.
The organizationβs network division handles highβvolume data traffic, supports global connectivity, and ensures secure, resilient infrastructure for missionβcritical applications.
The role of Network Engineer / Network Support Engineer is pivotal to maintaining the health of the companyβs internal and clientβfacing networks. As a member of the IT Support domain, you will work closely with senior network architects, server administrators, and security teams to deliver seamless connectivity across multiple office locations. The position is officeβbased, with opportunities to rotate across Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune, or Mumbai, depending on business needs and personal preference.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide dayβtoβday network and system support for LAN/WAN environments.
- Diagnose and resolve connectivity issues on routers, switches, and firewalls.
- Perform configuration, patching, and firmware upgrades on networking hardware.
- Support Windows Server and Linux Server platforms, including user account management and service troubleshooting.
- Configure and troubleshoot VPN tunnels for remote office and client access.
- Assist in firewall rule creation, policy enforcement, and security incident response.
- Document network topology changes, incident reports, and standard operating procedures.
- Participate in onβcall rotation to ensure 24x7 network availability.
- Collaborate with crossβfunctional teams to implement network projects and migrations.
- Conduct regular performance monitoring and capacity planning to preβempt issues.
Technical Stack: LAN/WAN, Cisco/Juniper routers and switches, Fortinet/Check Point firewalls, Windows Server 2016/2019, Linux (RHEL/CentOS), VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL), basic scripting for automation, and network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, PRTG).
Growth Path: Starting as a Network Engineer, high performers can advance to Senior Network Engineer, Network Architect, or specialize in Security Operations. The MNC offers certifications sponsorship (CCNA, CCNP, Fortinet NSE) and internal mobility across global locations.
Why Join: The company provides a structured learning environment, exposure to largeβscale enterprise networks, and a competitive salary package. Employees benefit from mentorship programs, regular technical workshops, and a clear roadmap to senior leadership roles. The vibrant office culture encourages innovation, teamwork, and a healthy workβlife balance, making it an ideal launchpad for freshers and earlyβcareer professionals aiming to excel in networking.
Eligibility & process
Who can apply
Any graduate (any discipline) with a minimum of 0β7 years of experience in networking or IT support. No specific percentage requirement; however, a consistent academic record is preferred. Freshers are welcome. Candidates should have no active backlogs at the time of joining. Good communication skills and a willingness to learn are mandatory.
Skills & stack
Selection process
- Round 1: Online technical screening (MCQ/Aptitude)
- Round 2: Technical interview focusing on networking concepts, troubleshooting scenarios, and handsβon knowledge
- Round 3: HR interview assessing communication, cultural fit, and career aspirations
Prep kit
20 resourcesStudy material 4
Company-specific guides 4
Likely coding questions 4
Round-wise strategy 4
Technical questions 5
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Behavioural & HR questions 3
Highlight Featured Tech Partner's market reputation, recent tech innovations, and how your skills in Lan Troubleshooting directly solve their team's objectives.
Use the STAR method: Situation (project context), Task (what needed solving), Action (specific tools/logic applied), Result (quantifiable positive outcome).
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