Continental
Tire manufacturer
L3NetworkEngineer-Datacenter
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“L3 Network Engineer - Datacenter at Continental. Skills: Network infrastructure, Cisco ACI, Datacenter Networks. Manage and maintain network infrastructure. Oversee Core Switches”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure high availability and optimal performance of all network components; Ensure all solutions comply with relevant security standards, regulations, and best practices
Industry & Context.
problem-solving skills; analytical skills to solve complex issues / problems
International Work Environment & Traveling Opportunities
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Academic degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent experience, Minimum of 5 years of experience in network architecture or a related role, understanding of networking protocols, (security-) concepts, technologies, and tools, TCP/IP, firewalls, load balancers, Cisco DNA Center, Cisco FMC, Cisco ACI, Proven experience in managing enterprise-level network infrastructure, Understanding of ITIL practices and the service lifecycle, Fluent in English (spoken and written) - min. B2 level
Nice to Have
CCNP or equivalent, Proficiency in service management tools and software
What You'll Do.
Manage and maintain network infrastructure
Oversee Core Switches
Oversee Cisco ACI environments
Oversee load balancers
Oversee Access Switches
Maintain network devices
Monitor network infrastructure
Backup and restore processes
Develop core networks
Provide consulting support
Perform hardware patching
Configure network infrastructure
Handle 3rd level IT tickets
Coordinate with external partners
Ensure high availability
Optimize network performance
Ensure compliance with security standards
Drive escalation processes
Manage problem processes
Coordinate incident resolution
Coordinate problem resolution
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with internal and external stakeholders; Coordinate with managed service providers; Coordinate with software vendors; Coordinate with hardware vendors; Coordinate with technical teams; Coordinate with business units; Coordinate complex incident resolution with internal IT teams; Coordinate complex problem resolution with internal IT teams; Coordinate complex incident resolution with external service providers; Coordinate complex problem resolution with external service providers
Communication Scope
Fluent in English (spoken and written) - min. B2 level; Good communication skills; Good interpersonal skills
Full Job Description
Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets. Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2025, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.8 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 56,000 people worldwide and has 19 production and 16 development sites. The L3 Network Engineer will be responsible for managing and maintaining our network infrastructure for the central Datacenter core networks. This includes overseeing Core Switches, Cisco ACI environments, firewalls, load balancers, Access Switches, maintenance of these devices, monitoring, backup, and restore processes for the central Datacenter, in addition to developing and designing the core networks in the location Datacenters and providing consulting support to all Tires locations, on the local area networks. The role also involves performing hardware patching, configuring network infrastructure, handling 3rd level IT tickets, and coordinating with external partners. Your main tasks will include: * Oversee and maintain core switches, Cisco ACI environments, firewalls, load balancers, and access switches within the central datacenter. * Ensure high availability and optimal performance of all network components. * Lead the design, development, and implementation of core network architectures for location-specific datacenters. * Provide expert consulting support to tiered locations on network design and implementation. * Continuously monitor and optimize the performance of network access services t
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