Core Network Infrastructure NOC Engineer Lead

Sofia - Bulgaria

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Megaport

Were not your typical tech company and we dont want to be. Megaport is the global leader in Network as a Service (NaaS) and has transformed the way businesses connect to the cloud data centers and each other. Were publicly listed on the Australian Stock Exchange and partnered with the biggest names in tech like Amazon Microsoft Google Oracle IBM and more. Headquartered in Brisbane with a crew of over 400 people spread across Asia-Pacific Europe and the Americas our employees enjoy an environment that is collaborative supportive and (actually) fun.

Our Team Culture

Were a team of problem solvers pixel pushers code slingers and cloud fanatics. Culture is more than a poster on the wall here collaboration beats hierarchy curiosity fuels our growth and everyones voice matters. We take our work seriously but not ourselves. We work across time zones to execute on our global vision trust each other to get things done and never compromise our values for commercial gain. Most importantly we place our customers at the center of everything we do.

Were committed to increasing representation in the tech industry and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Dont meet every requirement Thats okay. If youre excited about this role we encourage you to apply.

Your Role

This is an exciting high-growth opportunity for a Core Network Infrastructure - NOC Engineer Lead to solve real-world networking challenges while collaborating with global teams. Reporting into the Network Operations Centre Manager this role will be responsible for providing technical leadership within the team. Youll take ownership of complex technical network issues think creatively to identify and implement solutions and deliver exceptional support experiences to customers. Youll work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment that values innovation reliability and continuous learning. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer looking to advance their career within a global technology company that fosters a strong engineering culture and a supportive customer-focused team.

As a Core Network Infrastructure - NOC Engineer Lead youll play a key role in providing advanced technical expertise and leadership within the team. Building on the core responsibilities of a NOC Engineer part of your focus will be on efficiently diagnosing and resolving network incidents and customer-escalated issues through tickets delivering technical solutions. Youll mentor junior team members share best practices and guide them in handling complex technical challenges including remote troubleshooting sessions when needed. This role plays a vital part in maintaining the stability of Megaports production network ensuring uptime and performance and resolving complex network incidents. Leveraging your deep technical knowledge youll manage escalated cases and critical alerts collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex scenarios. Additionally youll contribute to the creation and maintenance of comprehensive documentation helping to enhance team knowledge processes and overall service quality.

What Youll Be Doing

Technical Expertise & Problem Resolution

Diagnose and resolve complex network and customer issues across all company products and services using a variety of monitoring tools.
Perform remote troubleshooting sessions to resolve network issues efficiently.
Plan process manage and implement network changes prescribed by Megaport Engineering and third party suppliers.
Provide advanced technical solutions and ensure the timely resolution of escalated tickets and alerts.
Identify recurring issues and contribute to root cause analysis and long-term preventive solutions.
Escalate cases to the Level 3 engineering team when necessary ensuring smooth handover and communication.

Customer Support & Service Excellence

Provide escalation support for Technical Support Engineers and other internal business units ensuring customer issues are responded to quickly and accurately.
Collaborate with Technical Support Engineers and key business units to ensure high level customer service including the provision of accurate and detailed information.
Proactively communicate incidents to internal and external stakeholders including direct contact with customers/end users.

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Work

Collaborate closely with global teams to ensure seamless support across regions and organisation-wide integration.
Collaborate with vendors suppliers and internal teams to resolve complex network issues.
Contribute to projects alongside technical responsibilities ensuring smooth collaboration and project execution.
Ensure team coverage during staffing shortages and rotate through scheduled shifts to maintain continuous global support.

Leadership Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing

Serve as a technical mentor and point of escalation for NOC Engineers providing guidance and sharing best practices to support their development.
Contribute to internal knowledge management by maintaining and improving documentation.
Support continuous learning and team development by sharing insights training materials and innovative troubleshooting techniques.
Drive process improvements within the support function to enhance efficiency scalability and service quality.

What We Are Looking For

Technical Expertise

Deep understanding of network infrastructure including IP configurations VLANs MAC address management switching routing and optical networking.
Hands-on experience with a variety of network equipment (e.g. Cisco Juniper Nokia OpenGear and similar platforms).
Strong proficiency with networking protocols such as MPLS OSPF BGP and other advanced routing protocols.
Proven experience in logical troubleshooting and resolving complex networking issues (minimum of three years).
Proficiency with relevant software tools and systems used in technical support and network operations.
Degree in IT Networking or a related field; networking certifications (e.g. CCNA CCNP) are an advantage.

Customer Support & Problem-Solving

Exceptional ability to assess prioritise and resolve customer issues efficiently while maintaining clear and professional communication.
Strong customer service orientation with a focus on understanding customer needs and delivering effective solutions.
Proven ability to monitor services proactively detect anomalies and take corrective action to maintain stability and reliability.

Communication & Collaboration

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Ability to collaborate effectively with global teams while also working independently when required.
Team-oriented mindset with a focus on cooperation mutual support and shared success.
Strong interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with customers and colleagues across regions.

Personal Attributes

Detail-oriented organised and committed to delivering high-quality results.
Self-motivated and proactive with the ability to thrive in a dynamic fast-paced technical environment.
Eager to learn adapt and contribute to continuous improvement and innovation within the support organisation

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About MegaportWere not your typical tech company and we dont want to be. Megaport is the global leader in Network as a Service (NaaS) and has transformed the way businesses connect to the cloud data centers and each other. Were publicly listed on the Australian Stock Exchange and partnered with the...