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Network Engineer

Akkodis
Sheffield, United Kingdom
Last week
£35,000 – £45,000 pa

Salary

£35,000 – £45,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Posted
19 May 2026 (Last week)

Benefits

Bonus Scheme Birthday day off Flexible Holiday scheme Hybrid working
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Network Engineer

£35,000 - £45,000

Sheffield

We are looking for a Network Engineer to support the day-to-day operation, monitoring, and maintenance of our clients' networks. They are a multi-national organisation who are currently experiencing huge growth, they offer excellent upskilling and progression opportunities within the business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Take ownership of day-to-day network operations - keeping core routers, switches, and firewalls running smoothly while supporting new sites and upgrades.
  • Support network automation initiatives using Python, Ansible, Terraform, or similar tools.
  • Work closely with colleagues across engineering and support, sharing knowledge and contributing to a positive, collaborative team environment.
  • Keep our standards high by maintaining clear documentation and following security, compliance, and operational best practices.

What You Would Bring:

  • A solid understanding of networking fundamentals, TCP/IP, and common protocols.
  • Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting routers, switches, and firewalls.
  • Strong Linux knowledge and command-line experience.
  • Experience delivering technical support in a customer-focused environment.
  • Clear communication, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to prioritise effectively.

Benefits:

  • Bonus Scheme
  • Birthday day off
  • Flexible Holiday scheme
  • Hybrid working

Akkodis exists to connect the smartest people and brightest businesses to the opportunities they need to thrive. We're a Global leader in professional solutions for IT, Engineering and Life Sciences.

Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.

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