AV Network Engineer

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 platformsWorking 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:

Network Engineer | AV Network Engineer | Cisco Engineer | Ruckus Engineer | Fortinet Engineer | Residential Network Engineer | Smart Home Engineer | Home Automation Engineer | Network Integration Engineer | Wireless Network Engineer | Cisco CCNA | Cisco CCNP | Enterprise WiFi Engineer | Residential Technology Engineer | Control4 Engineer | Crestron Engineer | Lutron Engineer | Smart Building Engineer | Technical Network Engineer | High End Residential

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