At a glance

To strengthen our Future Fit Workforce, we are looking for an experienced IT Network Engineer for our Networks & Datacenter who excels in routing & switching and/or security and has deep hands-on knowledge of  complex enterprise networks. Do you bring strong technical expertise in modern networking technologies? Do you like to drive the adoption of centralized orchestration, standardized configurations and reliable network services across hybrid environments? Then please continue reading and apply online! 

Your job

As a Network Engineer, you are part of NW&DC Engineering teams that build and operate ABN AMRO’s mission critical network platforms. As mentioned above, you bring strong technical expertise in modern networking technologies and help drive the adoption of centralized orchestration, standardized configurations and reliable network services across hybrid environments. You will contribute to designing a futureproof network landscape where automation, policydriven governance and consistent enforcement ensure a secure, scalable and resilient infrastructure. You work in an Agile environment with a strong focus on continuous improvement, reliability, secure by design principles and operational excellence. You solve complex network issues with a rootcausefirst approach and collaborate closely with Product Owners, Architects, CISO, platform teams and DevOps teams to align network capabilities with business and security requirements. You have experience in support testing, validation and compliance automation within CI/CD pipelines. You want to continue to grow toward a T-shaped engineer with a focus on networking, cloud integration and standardized platform engineering. 

You're responsible for the following tasks:

• Design, build and maintain enterprise network solutions across datacenter, campus and cloud environments.
• Implement and manage any or multiple of the following technologies: Cisco ACI fabrics, Catalyst Center-driven campus networks and Infoblox/DDI services. 
• Operate and optimize core routing and switching platforms, ensuring high availability, simplification and standardization. 
• Integrate network services with cloud, hybrid and platform engineering environments. 
• Contribute to network automation and InfrastructureasCode initiatives to improve repeatability and reduce operational overhead. 

Working environment

The Networks & Datacenter (NW&DC) Engineering department is part of Platform & Technology (P&T) within ABN AMRO. P&T delivers a standardized, secure and always on IT landscape that supports thousands of applications and DevOps teams. Within NW&DC Engineering, we design, maintain and continuously improve the bank’s enterprise network landscape across datacenters, cloud platforms, office locations and remote environments. Reliability, standardization, automation and centralized orchestration are at the heart of what we do. 

Your profile

You are a strong network engineer with deep knowledge of enterprise networking technologies and a drive for standardization, orchestration and operational excellence. On top you have a proactive, analytical and collaborative mindset with a strong sense of ownership. And you recognize yourself in the following:

• Handson experience with one or more of the following technologies: Cisco ACI, Catalyst Center, Infoblox/DDI or Zscaler.
• Experience operating and securing largescale hybrid network environments, preferably through central network orchestration solutions 
• Solid skills in routing & switching at CCNA/CCNP level or higher. 
• Knowledge of centralized policy enforcement, network governance and configuration management. 
• Understanding of automation principles and scripting (Python, Ansible, Git, YAML). 
• Advanced vendor certifications (CCNP / CCIE, Cisco ACI certifications, Infoblox/BlueCat certifications). 
• Experience with network monitoring, telemetry and observability (e.g ThousandEyes, OptOss). 
• Experience with Infrastructure/NetworkasCode and automated network deployments. 

We are offering

We believe it is important to be a good employer. Joining us means stepping into a role with impact, supported by excellent employment conditions that foster your job satisfaction, development, and wellbeing. In addition, we offer:

• An attractive gross monthly salary based on a 36‑hour work week, including holiday allowance and a flexible benefit budget.
• An excellent pension scheme, ensuring that you are well prepared for the future.
• Flexibility in working: working from home is possible in consultation with your team and depending on your role. We will provide an ergonomic home office setup for you.
• Plenty of room for relaxation with five weeks of vacation per year, supplemented by two mandatory days off. You can also purchase up to four additional weeks of vacation annually.
• Five “Banking for better days”: extra days off that you can use for personal development or volunteer work.
• Personal development is key: you receive a development budget of €1,000 per year, which can accumulate up to €3,000.
• An annual public transport pass with free public transportation throughout the Netherlands for both business and private use.

You can find more information about our employment conditions and salary scales in our Collective Labour Agreement (CLA), which applies to this vacancy.

Interested?

Are you ready to make an impact on the network landscape of tomorrow? We look forward to meeting you! If you have any additional questions please contact Paula Hof- Rubner, Head of Network & Datacenter 06-30804434.

When you choose to apply and we recognize a strong match with your experience, skills, and potential, you will be invited to the next steps in our selection process. As part of this process, you will complete a online personality assessment, which provides insight into your analytical abilities, working style, and professional drivers. If your profile stands out, you will be invited for a personal interview with our Product Owner and IT Lead. During this conversation, we will dive deeper into your technical expertise, your vision on modern networking, and how you can contribute to our Future Fit Workforce.

Please note that it is a requirement for this role that you live and work in the Netherlands.

Your Future: Inclusive, Innovative, Sustainable

At ABN AMRO, we believe in "Banking for better, for generations to come." Equal opportunities for everyone are a crucial foundation, as we strive for an inclusive culture where all employees feel seen, heard, and valued. Our vision of being a personal bank in the digital age aligns perfectly with the demand for surprising insights and innovative solutions, born from a diverse interplay of cultures and experiences. We focus on customer experience, sustainability, and building a future-proof bank, conducting annual reviews to ensure equal pay for equal work. Join a bank that embraces ingenuity and ambition, and make an impact with us for a better future.

If you want to apply for the B-Able or Reboot program, make sure to mention it both in the title and the content of your resume.

Disclaimer external recruitment agencies

External recruitment agencies need to have a signed agreement with ABN AMRO BANK N.V., executed by a Talent Acquisition Specialist, when submitting a resume to a vacancy. In addition, a recruitment agency can only submit a resume when invited by a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join the search for a right candidate. All unsolicited resumes sent to us will be considered property of ABN AMRO BANK N.V. In this case, ABN AMRO will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.