CareerPlan

Network Engineer, Core Network Services Operations

Cork, IrelandFull-time2026-09-30 → 2026-11-10

Core

Operate and maintain Apple's global MPLS backbone network, including DC, Edge, and Internet connectivity, ensuring high availability and resolving critical network issues.

Role type

Senior Network Operations Engineer (Core Network)

Builds

Stable, high-performance global network infrastructure for Apple's products and services

Domain

Telecommunications / Network Operations

Required skills

MPLS, TCP/IP, BGP, IGP protocols, outage management, cross-organizational collaboration, technical documentation, ticket resolution, escalation handling, mentoring

Preferred skills

Cisco/Arista/Juniper/Nokia router OS, peering/transit network knowledge, network automation (Ansible, Python, Go), configuration management

Technologies

MPLS, TCP/IP, BGP, IGP, Ansible, Python, Go, Cisco, Arista, Juniper, Nokia

Responsibilities

Provide front-line support for MPLS backbone and optical transport networks; resolve critical network issues and manage outages; develop network automation playbooks; maintain and upgrade network infrastructure; coordinate peering expansions; mentor junior team members; maintain operational documentation.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC