Network Engineer

Job Title: Network Resident Engineer (Aruba Wireless & Wired LAN)

Location: Paris, France (Hybrid – onsite required)

Duration: Initial 6-month contract (extension possible)

Timeline: June onboarding with a July start

Overview

Linnk is seeking a Network Resident Engineer to support a major enterprise customer based in Paris. The customer is undertaking a large-scale global wireless network refresh across Global sites, with a focus on Aruba-based networking solutions.

This role will be embedded within the customer environment, acting as the key technical liaison between the customer and delivery teams responsible for the transformation programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary technical liaison between the customer and delivery teams
• Support the rollout and transformation of Aruba-based wireless and wired LAN infrastructure across multiple global sites
• Collaborate closely with professional services teams delivering the replacement of legacy network infrastructure
• Provide proactive technical support, including issue assessment, incident management, and resolution recommendations
• Maintain and update network documentation, processes, and standards
• Deliver knowledge transfer through coaching sessions, design reviews, and technical workshops
• Participate in architecture board reviews and contribute to technical decision-making
• Identify opportunities to optimise and expand the customer’s Aruba networking environment

Technical Environment

• Aruba Wireless LAN (Mobility Controllers / APs)
• Aruba Switching (Campus / Data Centre)
• Aruba ClearPass (NAC / Policy Control)
• Aruba Central (Network Management)
• VXLAN and modern overlay networking technologies

Key Requirements

• Strong experience with Aruba networking technologies (Wireless, Switching, ClearPass, Central)
• Proven background as a Network Engineer within enterprise environments (wireless and wired LAN)
• Experience supporting large-scale network transformation or refresh programmes
• Ability to operate in a customer-facing, embedded role
• Strong troubleshooting and incident management skills
• Experience maintaining technical documentation and processes
• Fluent in French and English

Desirable Skills & Certifications

• Aruba certifications (e.g. Mobility, ClearPass, Switching, Central)
• Experience with VXLAN or modern datacentre networking concepts
• Exposure to large-scale global network deployments

Additional Information

• Onsite presence required at least 2 days per week
• Initial 6-month engagement with potential for extension or long-term opportunity
• Strong emphasis on stakeholder engagement, coaching, and knowledge transfer